Members of the Pipes and Drums Band execute the Gaganyaan formation, celebrating India’s space and defense achievements at the Beating the Retreat celebration on 29th January, 2026.
1 / 23
2 / 23
The Pipes and Drums Band forms ‘Amar Jawan’ in a moving tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of Indian Army soldiers.
3 / 23
Rooted in epic tradition, the Pipes and Drums Band presents the Deva Vyuha formation inspired by the Mahabharata battle against Bhishma Pitamah.
4 / 23
The Ardhachandra Vyuha formation showcases India’s timeless battlefield wisdom that continues to inspire modern warfare strategies worldwide.
5 / 23
The ‘CAPF’ formation by Central Armed Police Forces bands highlights the role of India’s paramilitary forces in national security.
6 / 23
In a tribute to India’s space programme, the Air Force Band presents the Gaganyaan formation with precision and pride.
7 / 23
The Air Force Band forms the MiG-21 formation, honouring the iconic fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force.
8 / 23
The BrahMos formation by the Air Force Band highlights India’s indigenous defence capability during the Beating the Retreat celebrations.
9 / 23
Inspired by Operation Sindoor, the Air Force Band creates the ‘सिंदूर’ formation as a symbol of bravery and national resolve.
10 / 23
Honouring 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram, the Naval Band creates the ‘१५०’ formation in Hindi.
11 / 23
In a musical tribute, the Naval Band spells ‘वंदे’ in Hindi to celebrate the spirit of Vande Mataram.
12 / 23
The ‘मातरम्’ formation by the Naval Band reflects national pride and reverence for the iconic patriotic song.
13 / 23
The Naval Band forms the ‘Matsya Yantra,’ inspired by the ancient navigational compass once used by Indian mariners.
14 / 23
A moving formation captures the rhythm and precision of the Army Military Band as it heads towards the centre.
15 / 23
The Army Military Band’s bow and arrow formation echoes the spirit of valour from ancient battlefields to today’s modern forces.
16 / 23
Strength in action: The Army Military Band forms a bow and writes ‘OP SINDOOR’, honouring the valour of the Indian soldier.
17 / 23
The Army Military Band forms an Indian soldier always on duty, saluting service and sacrifice.
18 / 23
Honoring the motherland, the band creates India with ‘Vande Mataram’ written alongside.
19 / 23
The band pays tribute to the 2025 Women’s World Cup winners with a striking formation of Women’s World Cup emblem with a bat and ball.
20 / 23
Honoring India’s technological prowess, the band creates the Ashni Drone in formation.
21 / 23
A tribute to power and vigilance, the military band forms the Bhairav formation.
22 / 23
A tribute to legendary warfare, the band brings history to life by forming the Garuda Vuyuha formation from the Mahabharata.
23 / 23
The band showcases the strength of India’s armed forces by forming the Tri-Services emblem.
