For Republic Day 2026, tricolour rangoli is being widely used for decorating homes and offices as preparations begin for the 77th Republic Day to be observed on 26 January 2026. Designs featuring the Ashoka Chakra, the map of India, the peacock, the lotus and floral patterns are being used to reflect the national theme during the celebrations.
Decorations across homes, offices and residential societies have started ahead of Republic Day 2026, with tricolour rangoli emerging as a commonly adopted decorative element. Rangoli designs based on the Ashoka Chakra typically feature a dark blue wheel at the centre, surrounded by circular patterns in saffron, white and green, and are being used at office entrances.
Rangoli based on the map of India involves outlining the country’s shape and filling it with the tricolour, with such designs being placed at society gates and main office entrances. Designs featuring the national bird, the peacock, use blue for the body and saffron, white and green for the feathers, and are being created for home balconies and living areas.
Floral rangoli made from marigold flowers, white jasmine and green leaves is also being used as an alternative to chemical colours, particularly for indoor decoration. Lotus-themed rangoli, based on the national flower, uses saffron and white for the petals and green for the leaves and is being placed at entrances.
Minimalist tricolour border rangoli using dots, lines or floral patterns is also being created in areas with limited space, particularly along door edges.
