Indian Republic Day Celebrations

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Every year on January 26th, India gears up for a colorful Republic Day Celebration on at Rajpath, Rashtrapathi Bhavan, New Delhi.

Enormous effort goes in by thousands of soldiers across the Indian military forces and representatives of various Indian states to bring about a vibrant parade to showcase its might and culture during the R-Day celebrations.

Amar Jawan Jyoti

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee laying wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, on the occasion of 66th Independence Day, in New Delhi on August 15, 2012.

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee laying wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, on the occasion of 66th Independence Day, in New Delhi on August 15, 2012.

The President of India pays tribute to all the great soldiers who sacrifice their lives for the Nation.

Indian Army Parade

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The grand parade on Rajpath makes the show very popular in India.

The Indian Military Forces – The Indian Army, The Indian Air force and The Indian Navy march during the Republic Day parade – the pride of the nation.

Indian Airforce Parade

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Indian Navy Parade

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Soldiers Full Dress Rehearsal

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Indian Air Force soldiers march during the full dress final Republic Day parade rehearsal in New Delhi.

Camel Contingent

Indian paramiitary soldiers from Border Security Force, the only camel mounted band in the world, play music as they march down Rajpath during the main Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. India is marking its 62nd Republic Day with military parades across the country. (AP Photo/Saurabh Das)

Indian paramiitary soldiers from Border Security Force, the only camel mounted band in the world, play music as they march down Rajpath during the main Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. India is marking its 62nd Republic Day with military parades across the country. (AP Photo/Saurabh Das)

Indian paramilitary soldiers from BSF (Border Security Force), the only camel mounted band in the world, play music and marching during the R-Day Parade.

Aerial Tribute

Indian army helicopters fly in formation over the main Republic Day parade on Rajpath, in New Delhi, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. India is marking it's 62nd Republic Day with military parades across the country. (AP Photo/Kevin Frayer)

Indian army helicopters fly in formation over the main Republic Day parade on Rajpath, in New Delhi, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. India is marking it’s 62nd Republic Day with military parades across the country. (AP Photo/Kevin Frayer)

Indian army helicopters flying above Rajpath carrying the national flag.

Brahmos Missile

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Brahmos missiles displayed at the Republic Day parade.

Akash Missile

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Surface-to-air missile – Akash is one of India’s proud possessions.

Mighty Prowess of IAF

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Indian fighter air crafts show their prowess in the Indian skies during the celebrations.

Arjun Tanks

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The Arjun is a third generation main battle tank developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organization is displayed as part of the R-Day parade.

T-72 Tanks

Indian army soldiers ride on T-72 tanks on Rajpath during the main Republic Day parade in New Delhi, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. India is marking it's 62nd Republic Day with military parades across the country. (AP Photo/Kevin Frayer)

Indian army soldiers ride on T-72 tanks on Rajpath during the main Republic Day parade in New Delhi, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. India is marking it’s 62nd Republic Day with military parades across the country. (AP Photo/Kevin Frayer)

The T-72 is a Soviet second-generation main battle tank.  Indian army soldiers on T-72 tanks on Rajpath during the main R-Day parade.

T-90 Tanks

 

Indian Army tanks T-90 roll during the final full dress rehearsal for the Indian Republic Day parade in New Delhi on January 23, 2011. India will celebrate its 62nd Republic Day on January 26 with a large military parade. AFP PHOTO/RAVEENDRAN (Photo credit should read RAVEENDRAN/AFP/Getty Images)

Indian Army tanks T-90 roll during the final full dress rehearsal for the Indian Republic Day parade in New Delhi on January 23, 2011. India will celebrate its 62nd Republic Day on January 26 with a large military parade. AFP PHOTO/RAVEENDRAN (Photo credit should read RAVEENDRAN/AFP/Getty Images)

Agni V Missile

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An inter-continental ballistic missile developed by DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organization) of India. Part of the Agni series missiles, these steal the show with their majestic presence.

Motorcycle Stunts

Daredevil motorcycle riders perform during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi January 23, 2009. India will celebrate its Republic Day on Monday. REUTERS/B Mathur (INDIA)

Daredevil motorcycle riders perform during the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi January 23, 2009. India will celebrate its Republic Day on Monday. REUTERS/B Mathur (INDIA)

Daredevil motorcycle riders perform during the Republic Day celebrations.

Cultural Celebrations

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An array of cultural programme mark the  Republic Day celebrations across India.

State Tableau

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Tableaux demonstration of various states show case the rich heritage of India.

Every part of the country is represented in the parade, which makes the Republic Day parade very popular.

Exemplary Performance by School Children

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Thousands of school children prepare for the D-day and practice for many months before putting up a sterling performance for the audience.

Tableaux demonstration of various states show case the rich heritage of India.

Every part of the country is represented in the parade, which makes the Republic Day parade very popular.

Beating Retreat Ceremony

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The Beating Retreat Ceremony denotes the end of R-Day celebrations, which is conducted on the third day after the R-Day. All the military forces perform at Vijay Chowk, New Delhi.

Raisina Hills Lit up

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Massed bands are played by the military forces take part by playing various patriotic tunes.

This marks the end of grandiose display of Indian Republic Day Celebrations.

I am a Proud Indian!

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The rest of India celebrates this special day with face painting, tattoos to show their pride being an Indian.

Tricolor Dishes

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R-Day celebrations are incomplete without the tricolor dishes that are prepared and savored at homes and restaurants.

Happy Republic Day !!