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6,000 Troops, New Regiments & DRDO Missiles to Star in Republic Day Parade

Over 6,000 military personnel will participate in the 77th Republic Day parade on January 26 in New Delhi. The parade will feature the debut of the Bhairav Battalion and Shaktibaan regiment, along with Ladakh Scouts and unique animal contingents. A total of 30 tableaux from states, ministries, and departments will roll down Kartavya Path, themed around 'Vande Mataram' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'. The DRDO will showcase advanced weaponry, including a Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile, with the Indian Air Force leading the ceremonial events.

Key Points: Republic Day Parade 2024: 6000 Personnel, New Displays

  • Over 6,000 military personnel
  • Bhairav & Shaktibaan debut
  • 30 state & ministry tableaux
  • DRDO missile display
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Over 6000 military personnel to take part in R-Day parade

Over 6000 military personnel, new Bhairav & Shaktibaan regiments, DRDO missiles, and 30 tableaux to feature in the 77th Republic Day parade in New Delhi.

"Bhairav Battalion, Shaktibaan regiment to take part in the parade for the first time - Major General Navraj Dhillon"

New Delhi, January 23

Over 6,000 military personnel will take part in this year's Republic Day Parade, with Bhairav Battalion and Shaktibaan regiment to take part in the grand ceremony for the first time.

Major General Navraj Dhillon, Chief of Staff, Delhi Area, who interacted with the media here, said Lt Gen Bhavnish Kumar, GOC, Delhi Area, will head the parade for the fourth time.

"Bhairav Battalion, Shaktibaan regiment to take part in the parade for the first time, along with Ladakh Scouts. Kites, Zanskar ponies and Bactrian camel also will also take part in the Republic Day parade for the first time," he said.

A full-dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade was held at Kartavya Path in New Delhi on Friday.

A few roads in Central Delhi were cordoned off for the full-dress rehearsal of Republic Day.

A total of 30 tableaux, including 17 from States and Union Territories (UTs) and 13 from Ministries, Departments, and Services, will roll down the Kartavya Path during the 77th Republic Day parade in New Delhi on January 26.

According to a Ministry of Defence release, Republic Day celebrations will feature a grand display under the themes 'Swatantrata ka Mantra: a broad theme of 'Swatantrata ka Mantra: Vande Mataram' and 'Samriddhi ka Mantra: Aatmanirbhar Bharat'. The tableaux will showcase a unique mix of 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram and the nation's rapid progress on the back of the growing self-reliance across sectors, dipped in its rich and vibrant cultural diversity.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will showcase some of its path-breaking innovations for national security during the Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path and Bharat Parv 2026. Apart from displaying Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM), DRDO will have a tableau 'Naval Technologies for Combat Submarines'.

This year, the Indian Air Force is the lead service for conducting all ceremonial events related to the Republic Day celebrations.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The inclusion of Zanskar ponies and Bactrian camels is fascinating! It highlights India's incredible geographical and cultural diversity. The parade is always such a visual treat.
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Vikram M
DRDO showcasing the hypersonic missile is the real highlight for me. It's a strong message about our growing self-reliance in defence technology. Aatmanirbhar Bharat in action!
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Rohit P
While the parade is magnificent, I hope the road closures and security arrangements cause minimal disruption to daily commuters in Delhi. The rehearsals already create quite a traffic snarl.
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Priya S
30 tableaux! Can't wait to see what each state and ministry presents. The theme mixing 'Vande Mataram' with 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' sounds perfect. It's our annual dose of patriotism and pride.
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Michael C
The scale is always impressive. 6000 personnel is a massive logistical undertaking. Kudos to the Indian Air Force for leading the ceremonies this year. The flypast is what I look forward to the most!

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