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New Delhi, January 26
India marked the 75th Republic Day with great fervour and enthusiasm. The country’s diverse culture and prowess of the Armed Forces were displayed at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron of France, who was this year’s chief guest, graced the occasion.
This year’s Republic Day was even more special as the theme was ‘Nari Shakti’. All-women marching contingents, all-women bikers and performers enthralled the audience.
President Murmu escorted Macron in a ceremonial British-era horse-drawn carriage from the nearby president’s palace to the viewing stand. It was the first time the carriage has been used at the parade since it was abandoned by the government 40 years ago in favor of an automobile.
Prime Minister, wearing a saffron-and-yellow–colored turban greeted Macron at the viewing stand. The parade was broadcast live by television networks and watched by millions of Indians across the country.
At the spectacular Republic Day celebrations. Do watch, as India’s military prowess and cultural diversity are showcased during the parade. https://t.co/uERuG4uk5X
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 26, 2024
A remarkable milestone in 🇮🇳-🇫🇷 partnership!
President @EmmanuelMacron of France participated as the Chief Guest in the 75th Republic Day parade. President Droupadi Murmu @rashtrapatibhvn & PM @narendramodi warmly greeted the honoured guest.
French contingents marched… pic.twitter.com/i1EHmyk3Dr
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) January 26, 2024
A great honor for France.
Thank you, India. pic.twitter.com/fXfp4hdCsb— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) January 26, 2024
The 75th Republic Day Parade showcased the nation’s extraordinary Nari Shakti as impressive march-pasts by women received standing ovation by the invitees. President Droupadi Murmu and the French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at the Kartavya Path in the traditional buggy… pic.twitter.com/y2wE0VTxOu
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 26, 2024
Some more glimpses from this morning at Kartavya Path on Republic Day. pic.twitter.com/3etRiLUXMP
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 26, 2024
Thousands of people lined a ceremonial boulevard in the heart of India’s capital on Friday to watch a colorful parade showcasing the country’s military power and cultural heritage to mark its 75th Republic Day.
Tanks, missile systems, infantry combat vehicles and medium-range surface-to-air missile systems were displayed at the parade, with hundreds of police and military personnel marching with them. Stunt performers on motorbikes, including more than 250 women, also joined.
Other participants included a camel-mounted regiment with mustachioed riders led by a shiny brass band.
Floats showcased Lord Rama, India’s moon lander, its first indigenous aircraft carrier, a light combat aircraft and helicopter, and a submarine.