As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day, The Hindu has released a special collector’s edition of its historic January 26, 1950 issue. This unique edition captures the birth of the Indian Republic. The original 126-page issue priced at eight annas is now presented in a 62-page version divided into two sections for easier reading. It highlights the swearing-in of Dr. Rajendra Prasad as India’s first President and Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru’s address marking the start of constitutional governance. The edition is rich in content with nearly 90 photographs, including Mahatma Gandhi having breakfast at Wardha and Nehru signing the Constitution on January 24. It also covers Indonesian President Sukarno’s welcome by Nehru during the Republic Day celebrations. Political cartoons, including one by British cartoonist Sir David Low, add artistic value. Congratulatory messages from leaders like U.S. President Harry Truman and Lord Mountbatten show India's new global stature. Important articles cover topics from politics to cricket memories and cultural insights. Nostalgic period ads and listings offer a glimpse of 1950s life. This collector’s edition is priced at ₹300 and available on Blinkit or via QR code. It stands as a beautiful memento of India's democratic heritage for all generations.