Rafael showed his power on 26 January

On the occasion of the 72nd Republic Day of the country, there was a spectacular view of the country’s pride and glory, where the heritage of diversity in India’s unique unity, its achievements in the modern era, the blueprint of future India and the army to protect the country. Capacity demonstrated. On the Rajpath, President Ram Nath Kovind witnessed a grand parade with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders. In view of the situation arising due to Kovid-19, no foreign heads of state were as chief guests at the Republic Day celebrations. This time the Republic Day celebrations were also different from other years in the sense that the distance to the path of the parade was reduced. Starting from Vijay Chowk, like every year, the path was set for the parade to take place at the National Stadium near India Gate instead of the Red Fort.
During the parade, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Foreign Minister S.K. Most ministers of the Modi government, including Jaishankar, were present. Several other leaders were also present, including BJP President JP Nadda. The colors of India’s culture and the strength of the defense sector were displayed at Rajpath in the presence of President Ram Nath Kovind at the saluting stage. State-of-the-art weapons, missiles, fighter jets and ships and squads of Indian soldiers made the country realize its strength to overcome any challenge. Finally, the thrilling war planes were seen flying over Rajpath with astonishing feats. With the strength of these aircraft, the Air Force pilots realized their skill and finesse.
The parade began with a 21-gun salute to the tune of the national anthem after President Kovind hoisted the tricolor at around 10 am. Today’s parade commander was Lt. General Vijay Kumar Mishra. A marching squad of 122 Bangladesh Armed Forces took part in the parade. The Bangladesh contingent was led by Commander Lieutenant Colonel Abu Mohammad Shahnoor. This year marks fifty years of diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh. The highlight of the parade at Rajpath was the amazing feat of the Rafale aircraft from France recently and the display of the power of the air force in the sky. Dressed in a traditional kurta pajama and jacket, the Prime Minister reached the National Summer Memorial at India Gate and paid tribute to the brave martyrs of the country. On this occasion, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat and heads of the three armies were also present. The Prime Minister laid a wreath at the martyrs’ memorial and observed a two-minute silence in his honor.
He also wrote the message on the visitor’s book. The Mi-17 helicopter, along with the Chinook and Apache battle helicopters inducted into the Indian Air Force, was the main focus of the Republic Day grand military parade. Chinook can deliver a wide range of materials to remote locations. Apache is an air-to-air and air-to-ground helicopter that can wreak havoc on enemies. Herculeus, Jaguar, Sukhoi planes made amazing appearances during the Republic Day parade. The Jaguar and MiG aircraft, along with the Rafael aircraft, produced an unbroken shape in the sky. The Rafale aircraft also produced the Brahmastra figure. Sukhoi 30 MKI, MiG 29, C17 Globemaster, C 130 J aircraft also participated in the parade.
It also demonstrated the BrahMos missile, the Pinaka system. Children from many schools offered colorful cultural programs. After the Republic Day parade ended, Prime Minister Modi greeted the audience and walked a short distance. In the national capital Delhi, a multi-level security system was put in place in view of the Republic Day celebrations, under which thousands of armed personnel were under strict surveillance. The Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) showcasing the development of state-of-the-art defense systems has once again brought two important tableaux for the Republic Day Parade 2021. Demonstrating major achievements of the year, the Light Combat Aircraft-LCA Navy flight and landing on the aircraft carrier. In the parade, cultural diversity and achievements of several states including Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Maharashtra, Tripura, Delhi, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh were presented.