First Time Since Independence, French Soldiers to March on R-Day

French soldiers on Monday took part in marching practice at the Rajpath for the Republic Day celebrations. (Photo: AP)

French soldiers on Monday took part in marching practice at the Rajpath along with Indian soldiers for the Republic Day celebrations next week.

This would be the first since independence when foreign troops will march down the Rajpath for Republic Day parade.

French President Francois Hollande is the chief guest for this year’s celebrations.

(PTI inputs)