NEW DELHI: Six Agniveers are part of the Navy’s marching contingent during the 74th Republic Day celebrations on Thursday at the ceremonial parade on Kartavya Path.
President Droupadi Murmu leads the nation in celebrating the Republic Day, and Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is the chief guest at the ceremonial event.
The military assets to be displayed during the parade include made-in-India equipment, showing the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Main battle tank Arjun, Nag Missile System and K-9 Vajra are also being showcased.
“The Indian Navy contingent comprises 144 young sailors led by Lt Cdr Disha Amrith as the contingent commander. For the first time, the marching contingent consists three women and six Agniveers.
The ceremony commenced with Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting the National War Memorial and paying tributes to the fallen heroes by laying a wreath. Thereafter, the prime minister and other dignitaries headed to the saluting dais at Kartavya Path to witness the parade.