In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Thank you my dear friend, President Emmanuel Macron for your warm wishes on India's 77th Republic Day. I look forward to welcoming you in India soon and further deepen and diversify the India-France strategic partnership."
On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, the Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force present a marching contingent, tableau, and band showcasing Indian culture, unity, and military capabilities. Approaching the military parade, the Indian Navy band, led by Master Chief Petty Officer (Musici
It will feature several historic firsts, including the debut appearances of the Bhairav Light Commando Battalion and a specially curated animal contingent from the Remount & Veterinary Corps (RVC), as well as a significant display of India's military "jointness" following 2025's Opera
Speaking to ANI, Parade Commander Lt Gen Bhavnish Kumar, GOC Delhi Area, said, "There is a lot of enthusiasm, and everyone has dedicated themselves fully to this event. We are eagerly looking forward to marching on Kartavya Path on the 26th."
The S-400 air defence system, which shot down a Pakistani air forces asset at the longest range in the world, would be showcased at the Department of military affairs tableau during the Republic Day 2026 parade for the first time, according to Air Commodore Manish Sabharwal.
The parade showcased the newly raised Bhairav battalion, which was part of the Army's recent restructuring, drawing operational lessons from global conflicts, including its own Operation Sindoor.
The Army Day parade will be held at Mahal Road in Jagatpura, Jaipur, and will showcase a wide array of weapons, military vehicles, drones and advanced defence systems, offering citizens a rare opportunity to witness the Army's capabilities up close. The event will also mark the first publ
During the rehearsal, the army contingents marched in disciplined steps. The synchronised movements of the soldiers to the tunes of the army band mesmerised the audience. People on both sides of the road cheered the soldiers with applause and slogans such as "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" (Victory
During the parade, all cadets marched in unison as they took their final steps on the parade ground. After the ceremony, more than 500 newly commissioned officers, including several foreign cadets, will join the Indian Army.
During the military parade on September 3 in Tiananmen Square, China showcased three missiles capable of carrying nuclear payloads: the JL-1 air-launched ballistic missile, the JL-3 submarine-launched intercontinental missile, and the DF-61 surface-to-surface intercontinental missile.