Beating Retreat ceremony that marks the end of Republic Day celebrations at Vijay Chowk in the national capital on Monday evening will witness all Indian tunes
Music bands of the Army, Navy, Air Force and CAPF will play 31 captivating tunes during the event at the Vijay Chowk that marks culmination of Republic-Day celebrations.
The Ashok Chakra recipients included Major General CA Pithawalla (reitred), Colonel D Sreeram Kumar and Lieutenant Colonel Jas Ram Singh.
The United States has extended Republic Day wishes to India, calling the country a key strategic partner of the US.
In view of the new threat elements received this year, different types of security arrangements have been made for Republic Day, Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Dependra Pathak said.
In a symbolic nod to the robust Indo-French relationship, French President Emmanuel Macron graces India’s Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest.
"Train services will be available at a headway of 30 minutes till 6 am and thereafter, a regular timetable will be followed for the rest of the day,” said DMRC spokesperson Anuj Dayal.
As India gears up for the year’s first long weekend, domestic getaways are on the card for travellers.
Many critical systems/technologies developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) will be showcased during the 75th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path on January 26.
With "Women Power" taking the center stage on the 75th Republic-Day celebrations, an all-women tri-service (Army, Navy and Air Force) contingent will be a part of the parade.
