Rajasthan's tableau at the 77th Republic Day parade held in New Delhi on January 26, 2026, won the third prize in the Popular Choice category. The Rajasthan tableau was inspired by Bikaner's centuries-old Ustta art form — a distinctive school of miniature painting and decorative craft that involves gold and silver work on camel hide, leather, and ivory surfaces using meenakari (enamel) techniques. The art form was brought to Bikaner by craftsmen from Persia and Central Asia centuries ago under the patronage of the Bikaner rulers of the Rathore dynasty, and it has since become one of the most prized traditional arts of Rajasthan. The Ustta community, now based primarily in Bikaner, continues to practice this intricate art form which has been recognised as a Geographical Indication. The tableau depicted the vibrant cultural heritage of Rajasthan through artistic representations of the Ustta craft, interwoven with motifs of camels, desert landscapes, and royal Bikaner architecture. The Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath), New Delhi, showcases tableaux from all states and union territories, with themes evaluated for cultural richness, artistic quality, and national significance. Rajasthan has a strong tradition of participating in the Republic Day parade with culturally rich tableaux that highlight the state's diverse heritage — including previous showcases of Kalbelia dance, Pushkar Fair, and desert wildlife. The achievement was welcomed by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma as a matter of pride for the state and its artisan communities.