Thursday, January 26, 2012

Indias 63rd Republic Day Celebrated Today


In an impressive display India’s

military prowess was on full

display at the 63rd Republic

Day parade on Thursday

that also showcased the

country’s rich heritage.


The early morning chill did not

deter people along the eight-

km-parade route as they gathered

on both sides of the majestic

Rajpath, the country’s

ceremonial boulevard.


The synchronized military and

police formations marched proudly

to the lilting tunes of bands through

the Rajpath where President

Pratibha Patil, who is the Supreme

Commander of Armed Forces,

took salute.


The impressive march-past was

watched by :


Thai PM Yingluck Shinawatra,

Vice President Hamid Ansari,

PM Manmohan Singh,

Defence Minister A.K. Antony,

UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi,

Marshal of Air Force Arjan Singh

and top political and

military brass.



The Hindu 63rd Republic Day celebrations


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