India’s 75th Republic Day Parade: Women’s Empowerment, French Elegance, and More; List Of Jaw-Dropping Moments

India celebrated its 75th Republic Day in New Delhi on January 26, showcasing its military strength and cultural diversity. This year’s theme focused on ‘Viksit Bharat’ and ‘Bharat – Loktantra ki Matruka’, making the parade centered around women and featuring French President Emmanuel Macron as the chief guest.

Here are some key highlights from Republic Day 2024:

 

1. Women-Led Parade: The parade began with 100 women artists playing Indian musical instruments, a first in the history of Republic Day parades.

 

2. All-Women Tri-Service Contingent: For the first time, an all-women tri-service contingent marched down Kartavya Path, and even the CAPF contingents included women personnel.

 

3. Diverse Folk Dances: A group of 1,500 dancers under “Vande Bharatam-Nari Shakti” displayed 30 distinctive folk dance styles, promoting unity in diversity.

 

4. Stunt Performance by Women Bikers: A display of bravery and determination featured 265 women on motorcycles from CRPF, BSF, and SSB showcasing various stunts.

 

5. IAF Marching Contingent: The Indian Air Force contingent, led by squadron leader Rashmi Thakur, showcased their strength and motto ‘Nabh Sprisham Deeptam’.

 

6. Traditional Flag Unfurling: The National Flag was unfurled with a 21-gun salute using indigenous 105-mm Indian Field Guns, accompanied by the National Anthem.

 

7. Horsed Cavalry Regiment: The 61st Cavalry of the Indian Army, the world’s only serving horsed cavalry regiment, led the parade.

 

8. Mechanised Columns Display: Displays included T-90 Bhishma tank, NAG missile systems, infantry combat vehicles, and other advanced military equipment.

 

9. President’s Salute: President Droupadi Murmu took the salute as she arrived with Emmanuel Macron in a traditional buggy.

 

10. French Air Force Participation: Two Rafale fighters and an Airbus A330 multi-role tanker transport aircraft from the French Air Force took part in the celebrations, concluding with a spectacular flypast by 46 aircraft of the Indian Air Force.

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