69th R-Day Marked With a Grand Parade and ASEAN Leaders as Guest
Leaders of 10 ASEAN nations are the chief guests for this year’s Republic Day parade.
The National Capital braved a foggy winter morning to celebrate the 69th Republic Day with pomp and splendour. While dignitaries from 10 ASEAN countries witnessed the military might and cultural tableaus on display at the grand parade in New Delhi, flag-hoisting ceremonies and parades were held across the country.
- Dignitaries from Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia among a record 10 chief guests at the Republic Day parade
- Corporal Jyoti Prakash Nirala posthumously awarded Ashok Chakra ahead of parade
- All women motorcycle team of BSF “Seema Bhawani” performed at the parade
- 18 children given bravery awards of which three were posthumous
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18 Children Given Bravery Award
This year, 18 children were conferred with the bravery award, of which three were posthumous honours.
All Women Motorcycle Squad
The BSF motor cycle women team 'Seema Bhawani' led by sub inspector Stanzin Naryang performed at the Republic Day parade.
Maharashtra Tableau Commemorates Shivaji's Coronation
Assam Tableau Based on Traditional Masks
The Assam tableau at Republic Day parade is based on traditional mask used in religious dances and drama in Satras (Vaishnava monasteries) and Namghars (Prayer halls).
27 Air Defence Regiment
The Akash weapon system of 27 Air Defence Regiment (Amritsar Air Field), led by Captain Shikha Yadav and Captain Mohammad Yunis Khan marched in the Republic Day.
Camel-Mounted Band Marches
The camel-mounted band of the Border Security Force, the only one of its kind in the world, played Hum Hai Seema Suraksha Bal, as they marched past.
SWATHI on Display
Weapon locating radar SWATHI – an indigenous radar that can simultaneously track upto seven targets – made its way down Rajpath for the Republic Day parade.
Bramhos Missile System Displayed
Brahmos Missile System of 881 Missile Regiment displayed at the Republic Day parade. It is the only Super Sonic Cruise Missile presently available in the world.
Tribute to Marshal of Indian Air Force Arjan Singh
The ex-servicemen tableau paid tribute to the late Marshal of the Indian Air Force, Arjan Singh.
ASEAN Flags in Parade
A contingent of Rajputana Rifles marched with the flags of the ASEAN nations that are the chief guests for the parade.
Republic Day Parade Begins
The 69th Republic Day parade begins, being led by GoC Delhi area Lt Gen Asit Mistry.
Ashok Chakra Awarded to Corporal Jyoti Prakash Nirala
Ashok Chakra awarded posthumously to Corporal Jyoti Prakash Nirala was martyred after a six-hour operation with terrorists in Kashmir on 18 November, 2017. Nirala also neutralised Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi’s nephew. The award was received by the widow of the Garud Commando.
President Kovind at Rajpath
President Kovind has arrived at Rajpath for the Republic Day parade.
ASEAN Leaders Begin Arriving
Leaders of 10 ASEAN countries have begun to trickle in to the venue. This is believed to be the highest number of chief guests to attend a Republic Day parade yet. PM Modi held bilateral talks with the leaders on 25 January.
President Ram Nath Kovind Leaves for Republic Day Parade
President Ram Nath Kovind has left Rashtrapati Bhavan for the Republic Day parade. This is President Kovind’s first Republic Day since taking office. The President is escorted by 46 bodyguards on Bay and Dark Bay coloured mounts. Raised in 1773, the President's Bodyguard is the oldest and senior-most Regiment of the Indian Army.
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Soldiers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to soldiers at the Amar Jawan Jyoti along with the three armed forces chiefs, ahead of the Republic Day parade.
Rajnath Singh Unfurls Tricolour at Home
Home Minister Rajnath Singh unfurled the tricolour at his home in Delhi.
Mohan Bhagwat Unfurls Flag in Kerala School
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat unfurled the national flag in a private school in Palakkad, Kerala.
Republic Day Parades Held Across States
Different states have begun with their Republic Day parade and celebrations.
Amit Shah Unfurls Tricolour in Delhi
BJP president Amit Shah unfurls the tricolour at the party headquarters in Delhi on Republic Day.
Government Buildings Light Up for Republic Day
The Rashtrapati Bhavan, state assemblies and other government buildings were illuminated ahead of the Republic Day.
With Google help, Delhi Traffic Police Gears Up for R-Day
With help from 'Google Maps' that will guide people on traffic restrictions and alternative routes in place for the Republic Day parade, the Delhi Traffic Police will be ensuring Delhi'ites do not face inconvenience when they step out on Friday.
The parade will start at 9:50 am from Vijay Chowk and proceed towards the Red Fort Grounds through the Rajpath, India Gate, Tilak Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and Netaji Subhash Marg.
The entry and exit from Central Secretariat and Udyog metro stations will be closed from 5 am till 12 noon.
The entry and exit from metro stations Lok Kalyan Marg (formerly known as Race Course) and Patel Chowk will be closed from 8.45 am till 12 noon.
Ground-to-Air Security Cover in Delhi Ahead of R-Day
The national capital has been brought under a ground-to-air security cover in view of the Republic Day celebrations and the visit of 10 ASEAN leaders in Delhi.
Thousands of armed personnel have been keeping a tight vigil for Republic Day in Delhi and in border areas of the city to ensure a smooth passage of the celebrations tomorrow.
Additional security personnel will be deployed on high-rises with anti-aircraft guns, the official said.
CCTV cameras have been installed and control rooms have been set up to monitor the feed from the cameras. Police officials were maintaining a tight vigil at strategic points.
69th Republic Day Preparations Begin
The national capital has been brought under a ground-to-air security cover in view of the Republic Day celebrations and the visit of 10 ASEAN leaders for a high-profile summit, a senior police official said on Thursday, 25 January.
Thousands of armed personnel have been keeping a tight vigil for Republic Day in New Delhi and in border areas of the city to ensure the celebrations are peaceful. Additional security personnel will be deployed on high-rises with anti-aircraft guns, the official said.
Closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras have been installed and control rooms have been set up to monitor the feed from the cameras. The police maintained a tight vigil at strategic points.
Leaves of police personnel have been cancelled, the official said.
The entire central and New Delhi region will have nearly 50,000 security personnel drawn from the Delhi Police and the central security forces. Several security layers have been put in place and Delhi Police personnel, along with paramilitary and NSG commandos, have been deployed.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a multilateral body, comprising Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
795 Police Personnel to Get Awarded
A total of 795 police personnel will be awarded police medals on Republic Day this year, a Home Ministry statement said on Wednesday, 24 January.
Among the 107 Gallantry awardees, 66 are from Jammu and Kashmir, 35 from Maoist-affected areas, and three from the northeast region.
Gallantry awardees comprise 38 from the Jammu and Kashmir Police, 35 from the Central Reserve Police Force, and 10 from the Chhattisgarh Police.
This year, five Indian Police Service officers will receive police medals for gallantry, the statement said, adding that tighter norms were used to select awardees for the President's police medals for distinguished service and police medals for meritorious service this time.
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