The Mixed Scouts Marching Contingent, led by Lieutenant Amit Choudhary of 2 Arunachal Scouts, marched down Kartavya Path during the Republic Day parade on Monday, representing India's elite infantry units specialised in high-altitude surveillance and frontier reconnaissance.
India's mechanised and special forces capabilities were on full display on Monday as India celebrated its 77th Republic Day, highlighting the country's advanced defence technology, battlefield readiness, and commitment to self-reliance.
As the iconic Republic Day parade began in the national capital, Parade Commander, Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vishisht Sena Medal arrived at the Kartavya Path.
According to the official statement, the LR-AShM, represented by A Prasad Goud, Scientist & Project Director, is a Hypersonic Glide Missile capable of engaging static and moving targets and designed to carry various payloads for ranges up to 1,500 km.
Celebrations of the 77th Republic Day at the Kartvya Path on Monday will be based on the theme of the 150th Anniversary of the national song, Vande Mataram, a timeless mantra that awakened the spirit of Swadeshi, self-reliance, and freedom in India's national consciousness.
The display highlights the Indian Army's reliance on animals in challenging environments, showcasing their adaptability and strength. For the first time in military history, a dedicated animal contingent from the Remount and Veterinary Corps (RVC) of the Indian Army will march at the Repu
Preparations are underway at Kartavya Path as India celebrates its 77th Republic Day on Monday, with the nation coming together to mark the adoption of the Constitution and showcase its rich cultural and military heritage.
To highlight the relevance of the timeless Buddhist wisdom of social harmony, peace, compassion and mutual coexistence, a large group of international Monks and Nuns representing 40 countries will be the honoured guests at this year's Republic Day Parade.
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
The announcement was made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in a social media post on Thursday. In his message, the Chief Minister stated that the terracotta art of Asharikandi, to be featured in the Assam tableau, will vividly portray the rich heritage of river-based civilisati
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will organise a felicitation function on January 25 to honour elected Panchayat representatives invited as Special Guests to witness the Republic Day Parade 2026 at Kartavya Path in New Delhi, a press release by the ministry said.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is set to present a special tableau at the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, highlighting the nationwide implementation of the three new criminal laws that came into force on July 1, 2024.