Donald Trump is prepared to make a historic return to the White House as he is set to take the oath of office as the 47th president of the United States on Monday. While the inauguration ceremony was initially scheduled to be an outdoor event on the west front of the US Capitol overlooking the National Mall, freezing temperatures have led to a significant change, with the ceremony now taking place indoors at the Capitol Rotunda.

This inauguration marks another Trump era for America, despite numerous challenges such as failed assassination attempts and ongoing criminal charges. Officials in Washington, D.C., have prepared for celebrations rather than protests, as seen during the previous Trump inauguration in 2021. This time, city officials do not expect significant unrest, opting instead for a focus on the Republican Party's strength under Trump's leadership.

During the inauguration, the president-elect will recite the constitutional oath: "I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States." Traditionally, this oath is taken with the hand on a Bible, although some have chosen different texts of importance.

The inauguration is organized by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) and will include a variety of traditional events such as the swearing-in ceremony, the inaugural address, and a festive parade down Pennsylvania Avenue following the ceremony. The day will further feature a signing ceremony and an inaugural luncheon, highlighting cuisine from the president and vice president's home states.

Attendees will include Melania Trump, Trump's five children, and his grandchildren, with the event welcoming prominent figures such as high-profile tech leaders like Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos. The Capitol Rotunda can only accommodate around 600 individuals, and among those present will be Supreme Court justices, military leaders, former U.S. presidents and their spouses, and various dignitaries.

Live coverage of the event will be available on platforms like TOI.in, allowing citizens nationwide to witness this historical moment.