The 76th Republic Day Parade was held in New Delhi, blending military prowess and the rich cultural diversity of India. 

Key Highlights of the Event

• Guests and Dignitaries: Attended by President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and other dignitaries.
  • Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto was the chief guest.
• Defence and Military Showcasing: Featured key missile systems, Introduction of Battlefield Surveillance System , Sanjay and First Tri-Services Tableau.
• Foreign Contingent : Continuing the tradition started in 2016 with French Army Contingent, Indonesian contingents participated this year.
  • It marked the first-time inclusion of a 352-member marching and band contingent (largest foreign contingent ) from Indonesia.
• President’s Arrival in a Traditional Buggy: President Murmu and the Indonesian President were escorted by the President’s Bodyguard in a gold-plated, horse-drawn buggy.
  • This traditional mode of transport, discontinued in 1984, was reintroduced in 2024.

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Tableau at the 2025 Parade

• The theme for this year’s tableaux is “Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas”.Sixteen tableaux from across states and Union Territories and 15 from central ministries, departments, and organisations were part of the Parade.
• First Tri-Services Tableaux: Theme: Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat (Strong and Secure India).
  • Showcased a synchronized battlefield scenario across land, water, and air.
• Notable State Tableaux:
  • Uttar Pradesh: Depicted the ongoing Kumbh Mela with sadhus and a portrayal of the Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean).
  • Madhya Pradesh: Highlighted the revival of cheetahs in the Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Andhra Pradesh: Focused on Etikoppaka Bommalu, eco-friendly wooden toys unique to the region.

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