 In Jufkala now, going past the saluting base again for the first time on Katavya path, the BSF Mahila brass band under the command of sub inspector Shweta Singh, the band is playing the tune Bharat Kejavan, marching smartly past the saluting base. We have the women contingent of the border security force consisting of 144 Mahila praharis led by Assistant Commandant Monica Lacra. The BSF opened its doors to the Mahila officers in 2013 and three years later again in 2016. Women became an integral part of all ranks of the border security force. And up by the diamond value pay up to 25% off during my diamond festival. Marching with the beat with the rhythm, the CISF women marching contingent led by Assistant Commandant Tanmay Mohanthi going past the saluting base, the motto protection and security. Sunshine spread across Katavya path today. Now reaching the saluting base, the Mahila band of the border reserve police force, the Aghwai of the postable Sosa Alpapen. The national security force is also playing the tune. The CRPF is also being established as the first Mahila band. In the first band, there are 100 Mahila soldiers in the band. In the second band, the first marching group of the CRPF is known as the Peace Keepers of the Nation. The assistant commandant of the 234 battalion Visha Kapattam, the Assistant Commandant Megha Nair, Akashya Pradhan, Anushasthan, the Assistant Commandant of Karthabparanda, Asadharanbeer. This is for the Indian security forces. The Indian border reserve police force is also playing the tune. The Constable Ambeka Patil is also playing the tune. The Indian border reserve police is playing the tune. Varanasi Sharyag Vuikla is also playing the tune. Guru Ushaly, the Assistant Commandant, decades ago said that it is the first marching group of the Red Army.BB crews are following the commandment as Natrat-Sih-Ambe. Women at Kartavya Pat, the Shasastra Seema Bull Band contingent, led by Inspector Jaya Sharmaan. Josh Parah has seen a man, hat, aur hai hateliyon pe jaan. That is their tune. The Defence Minister, the Prime Minister, and President Macron watch. This special service bureau that was set up in 1963 with the aim to strengthen the lost self-confidence of the people after the India-China war. The SSB contingent now, Deputy Commandant Nancy Singler, leading this force in addition to guarding the Indo-Nepal and Indo-Bhutan borders, playing an important role in the naxal-affected states of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Bihar. The motto of the SSB, the Service, Security and Brotherhood. And now warming the hearts of the people of Delhi, the contingent from the Delhi Police. The Delhi Police banned for the first time on the parade, being led by women, bandmaster, sub-inspector, Ruyan Gunyo Kensei, playing the Delhi Police song just behind the band. The Delhi Police marching contingent, which is a 15-time winner of the best marching contingent of the Republic Day Parade. This time it is an all-women affair. National Deputy Commissioner of Police, Shweta Sugatan, leading the smartly red saffa clan women officers down Katavya path to the tune of the Delhi Police song. It is indeed thrilling to know that the Delhi Police have been participating in Republic Day Parade since 1950. And coming now on to the saluting base, the regal camels of the BSF, the ships of the desert. Welcome to the ship of Pregistan, on the Katavya path, the Seema-surakshapal. It is the command of Deputy Commander Manor Singh Kheechi. On the last day of the day, the youth of the BSF, the second time in the Ganga-Tantra-Devas Parade, is running away from the women and the sub-inspector. The youth of the Pregistan, Thar-Rigistan and Kachh-Ran-Turga-Milakha are with us tonight. This is the true nature of the BSF, the life of the Pariyan. This is the home of the Uttastha, which was established during the 21st century. In the command of the sub-inspector Amal Chattopadhyayi, he is the leader of the Matty's band. And he is playing the tune. We are the Seema-surakshapal, the leader of the brave. The Pregistan call me with uniqueness, Gajwa, calling out to all who walk fast, visual delight, visuals captured in our minds eye for posterity. Winter day on the MCC Girls marching contingent, comprising 148th small senior under-officer Punyapa Namba to character and community development, leadership and adventure. The MCC has nearly 17 lakh cadets on its rolls and is one of the largest used uniformed organizations in the world. This north-eastern region is being led by senior under-officer Yashavika Gaur and Ankita Sharma. The tune, yes, sare jaha se achha. The MCC Girls marching contingent, all girl band contingent of the MCC, is followed by the second MCC Girls marching contingent, led by senior under-officer Tanu Devathya. 148 cadets in perfect harmony, in perfect discipline, synchronicity at its peak. After the MCC cadets, this is the National Seba-Udina Marching Dastaki, which is known as the NSS. In front of Salami Manch is the mass-pipe and drum band's joint band, Dasta. This is the 120th district, led by senior under-officer Kumar Rajkumar Ram, and senior under-officer Rajendra Singh, led by senior under-officer Kumar Rajkumar Ram, led by senior under-officer Kumar Rajkumar Ram, and senior under-officer Rajendra Singh, decorated jeeps bringing the 19 children given this year's Prime Minister's bravery awards. The children were shown exceptional courage, ability and outstanding achievements, drawn from all over the country, aged between 8 and 17. This year's bravery award went to Aditya Vijay Pramane, posthumously. One child each in categories of bravery, science and technology, art and culture, innovation, social service and sports were selected. Nine boys and ten girls, from 18 states and union territories, each awardee getting a medal and certificate. Seven days ago, President Paropati Murmur presented these 18 children their awards at a glittering ceremony in the capital. Notable to mention is the artificial intelligence that was used for the first time to search for feats of excellence, an essential part of the parade, these young children represent a precious resource, harboring the potential to significantly contribute to the country's advancement. The bird song of the Bhugun Community Reserve, Vixit Bharat from Arunachal Pradesh, the largest of the seven sisters of the northeast, Arunachal Pradesh literally means the land of dawn-lit mountains, burdened valleys, pristine water bodies and rich heritage all make it untouched, unseen, unbelievably must visit place on earth. From Arunachal we move to the state of Haryana and the Government Run program called Mera Parivaad Meri Pahchaan which attempts to provide the benefits of Government Run schemes to eligible families by using technology and connecting with every family in the state. Data collected and updated by the Government helps empowering the residents easily, digitally, be it procuring ration, agricultural subsidies, scholarships or pensions. Once again from Haryana we move to Manipur, Manipur-Rajaki Jhanki, Thambal-Gi-Langla, Lotus Trits, Vishay Vastuparadharit Manipur-Kaima, 500 years old market of the world which was created by women in the country, presents the unique model of women's power and as a growing India sees the path of development of India. From Manipur, Madhya Bharat, Madhya Pradesh-Jhanki Aatnir Bharnari, Vikas Ka Mool Mantra Par Kendrit Mahane Pradhan, Narendra Modi, Ganatad Devas Samarok, Mahan Franske, Immanuel Macron. From the tableau of Madhya Pradesh we now move to Rishabh women empowerment in Vixip Bharat, the state's rich handicraft and hand loom sector by preserving the country's traditional techniques which have been globally recognized, that's what's being shown. From Orisha to Chattisgarh we now await the tribal themed tableau from Chattisgarh. Reflecting the democratic consciousness and traditional democratic values present in tribal communities since ancient times which are still alive and prevalent in the Bhastha division of the state even after 76 years of independence. In the Garthave Pathpar Samarit the cultural heritage which is a great recognition of India is being shown and after 36 years the state's Jhanki is being shown in Vixip Bharat with the message of the people of Mahare of the state. After the state we now move to the Maharashtra the state's Jhanki in which Chhatrapati Shivaji has been seen for the last 300 years. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has been shown in the Jhanki and Chhatrapati. Now let's move on to the next tableau of Andhra Pradesh. The tableau is on the subject of transforming school education making students globally competitive. The transformation of medium of education is depicted in the entire tableau and here comes the next Ladakh. Vixip Bharat empowering women through employment in Ladakh's journey. The Indian women ice hockey team exclusively composed of Ladakh players symbolizes this journey of empowerment. And now in front of Salami Manch slowly and slowly gradually getting aggressive Tamil Nadu Raj Ki Jhanki in Tamil Nadu's ancient Kudawalai Pranali i.e. the ancient tradition is shown to be chosen in the mud vessel. The next Jhanki is Gujarat Raj Ki Jhanki which is based on the unique identity of Gujarat on the borders of Gujarat Gujarat has been shown in this Jhanki which has added a dirty house, a small guest shelter which tells us why Gujarat is the new identity of Vishu Parietan. From Gujarat it's time to move on to Meghalaya. The tableau opens an enchanting display of Meghalaya's cherry blossoms transforming the landscape into a canvas of wash and delicate trades of pink. These diverse themes intricately weave together encapsulating Meghalaya's cultural richness, natural wonders and communal spirit. And here comes Jharkhand transporting us through the rich heritage of Tussar silk once known as Kosa or Vanya silk. The tableau showcases the resilience of tribal women in production of Tussar silk. And this is the Uttar Pradesh's Manoram Jhanki which is based on the Shri Ayodhya Dham. In recent days the country's Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Ayodhya has been showcased in the Jhanki Agrabhaag of the Shri Ram Laila. Along with the development of the Uttar Pradesh which includes Zevar, Antarashi, Hawaii, Adda, Noida the biggest manufacturing factory has been showcased in Jhanki. In front of the Kami Manch is the Tellangana Rajiki Jharkhi In Jharkhi the freedom of the land and the warrior of the free Alun Andolan and their traditions have been showcased. And the next tableau approaching the saluting base Indian Space Research organization The Chandrayaan three tableau depicts the successful soft landing of the Chandrayaan three spacecraft on the moon near the south pole. The next tableau approaching is of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research CSIR the visually enchanting tableau of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research aligns with the Vixit Bharat theme and is on the purple revolution ushered through lavender cultivation in Jammu and Kashmir highlighting agro technical developments the distillation unit for extracting essential oil from lavender flowers All women CSIR showcases achievements under government's initiatives of scientific developments electronic and salami manchure aggressor the social and artificial intelligence is the centre of health, logistics and education is the most important on the Karthavya path salami manchure the next tableau arriving is of ITBP ministry of home affairs ministry of home affairs tableau and vibrant villages capitalism and various themes depicts how rich culture, activities and infrastructure development, including roads in the vibrant villages, are bringing vibrancy, holistic economic viability and prosperity. The next tableau is of Ministry of External Affairs. The MEA tableau depicts successful completion of India's G20 presidency and its achievements. It reflects India's leadership of addressing global issues in an ambitious, decisive, inclusive and action-oriented manner. And now, the Manoram Jhanki, the candidate for India's IOC, is about to be aggrieved. The next tableau is of Ministry of External Affairs. The candidate for India's IOC is the top of the list. She is also a member of the Manoram Jhanki. The candidate for India's IOC is the top of the list. She is also a member of the Manoram Jhanki. She is also a member of the Manoram Jhanki. The next tableau is of Ministry of External Affairs. The candidates for India's IOC are involved in the election. The candidates for India's IOC are the top of the list. is presented to the world. The new development of the world and the new culture leaves a mark on the human picture of the world. This is the new India that has grown rapidly by making its new identity on the world map. Sanskrit Mantra Janki India is the birthplace of the World Tantra. India's World Tantra has always been a place where the traditions and traditions were kept in place. From the ancient times the social influence has been changing from the modernity, to the modernity, to the modernity, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, to the traditions, The great rulers like Akbar and Shivaji have presented the best examples of the people's main rule in their own ruling system. The system like the Panchayat and the Gram Sabha also shows the tradition in the countries of India, especially the Ishaan. Our ruling system always gives us the confidence of the people in our country. Because of its pure and proud tradition, India is called the birthplace of the people. And as the tableau from the Ministry of Culture passes on, we have cultural performances. The theme is Vande Bharatam, Naari Shakti. For the third year, the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Culture present their cultural extravaganza, Vande Bharatam. 1,500 dancers, 30 folk dance styles, 199 are tribal dance artists, we have Bollywood artists and classical dancers. And this grand performance representing the cultural splendor of India, a symbol of the tireless creative work of the Sangit Nadak Academy and the zonal cultural centres, an autonomous body of the Ministry of Culture. Out of the total of 1,500 female artists, we have 199 from the tribes, 399 classical dancers and 56 from Bollywood. Of the masks that will be seen here, 57 masks are related to tribal dances while 63 are used in folk dances. Kuchipuri, Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Satriya, Urisi, Manipuri, Mohiniattam. You name the dance form, they are all going to be represented here. Beauty and culture with perfect grace, rhythm and diversity. It's a very proud moment for India to showcase the complete kaleidoscope that makes up this great nation, a nation we call home, a nation that we belong to. Cultural performances, Vande Bharatam, depicting Naari Shakti, here on Kartavyapat. Everybody wanting to identify with a particular dance style, familiar to them, close to them or close to their state. So everybody all set to witness this beautiful segment of the Republic Day Parade as India comes together to celebrate its 75th Republic Day. A lot of agencies have put in their effort to synchronize the sound system. Each dancer beautifully choreographed and synchronized. In the corporate area, India's popular dance, Vishwashakti's Dagarpar, is the result of the country's hard work. The nation's traditional dance, Karmayoga's Karyanvayan, is true from the bottom of its heart. Vande Bharatam, depicting Naari Shakti, here on Kartavyapat. Vande Bharatam, depicting Naari Shakti, here on Kartavyapat. But 2040 is the sun. Vishwashakti's power of Vishwashakti is shining on India. Vishwashakti is not ordinary. Cultural, social, religious, modern, Vishwashanti, and the happiness of India for our Vishwakutumbha, it can happen, it will. Varsh 2040, we are coming. Vande Bharatam, depicting Naari Shakti, here on Kartavyapat. The appreciation of the spectators, palpable as they give them a loud and long applause, a kaleidoscope of color, music, classical dance traditions, contemporary and modern dance styles, a huge expansive canvas of cultural pageantry being displayed, Vande Bharatam. As we move towards the culmination of the parade, we now await the grand spectacle, the motorcycle riders who will display their acrobatic skills on the ground, and then the grand finale where we will see the aerobatic skills in the sky of the Indian Air Force. The excitement really palpable here as we strain our eyes to the left of the saluting base to see the first rider of the combined women's contingent of the SSB, CRPF and BSF for the first time on Kartavyapat, the debut of this year's Republic Day Parade. The riders have obviously been training for a very long time to display their skills here. The crowds restless because they know that they have to be alert to the riders who will flash by. We have the invited guests from various states and union territories dressed in their traditional attire, also witnessing this historical parade. Paying attention to what is going on on the ground, President Macron, Prime Minister Modi, all watching. The riders of this combined contingent, all women and we can now see their headlights on as they are approaching the saluting days. They are a determined mentally alert and physically fit group with unmatched courage, stamina and precision in handling their moving vehicles. It's indeed creditable to them that they not only have to maintain speeds, maintain a balance and also complete their maneuvers in the stipulated time but also have to be alert to any untoward event that might take place. And they do this ensuring that it is done efficiently and in complete safety. Assistant commandant Seema Nag of the team, right in front of the motorcycle as she salutes. In formation, they pass in front of the Salami Manch, they present the message of Shaurya and Santalan. And this is the Laxita formation, CRPF's Shashastra Mahilakarmikoka in which Reeta Bist, with Constable, presents the eight Mahilakarmikksha, showing how they provide security at the borders. Nari Shakti is the next contingent, Inspector Sena's Khatun with 13 others, all deployed in the hinterland of the country. You'll agree that the choreography requires innumerable hours of practice and exacting standards. And as thrilling as it is to see the sport, we must also warn our viewers not to try this or attempt any of these maneuvers on our roads. Please remember that they are professional riders who have received several hours of training. Abhinandan formation, Karthapipad par, DSF's Mahilakarmikoka through the command inspector Sonia Banwari's hands and 27 Mahilakarmikokosahyo, with the help of Yogis, Siddhi, Man and Shreer Kesa Manjas Kapradarshan, Constable Anitabharti and seven other Mahilakarmikosahy can be seen in this formation. Constable Anitabharti is essentially a spiritual discipline based on an extremely subtle science, the emphasis of discipline and exercise through yoga. Sadhana, Constable Shivleela with nine others, single-minded concentration allowing them to perform on those being roads. Constable Vijayata Balale, Rao and 18 others with one-ness of thought and action in Tanmayata. In front of the CRP, BSF, Kalami Manj, Santulan and Shauri they are performing the Asadharana. Anandata, Dejaswita, Shulo Aasman such as formations, SSB and CRPF's Mahilakarmik. Karthapipad, who is the first born in the world and is a very strong and romantic person who has been through all this for a very long time. Precision to the split of a second that has all of us watching them mesmerized by the kind of antics they are performing today. Constable Neelam Grave with two others, Constable Poonam with five others, doing the Chandrayaan, achieving greater heights, women of the SSB, CRPF and BSF. Ekagrata, Constable Sheikh Kajali Lahi with 11 others, displaying mindfulness which shows the balance that they achieve between the personnel. A teamwork that is on display. The next formation is Samanwai Sthirtha. It is a CRPF's Constable Saachi Pandey and other women of the SSB. As we pass through Salami Bunch, the focus and attention of Bulkarmik is being shown through this presentation. And behind it is Pinnacle of the Formations i.e. Yashaswini, Constable Vandana and 47 other women of the SSB. The human pyramid, formed by Constable Vandana Yadav and 47 others, creative choreography, innovative postures, routines that defy gravity, balancing themselves on moving vehicles fitted with their props. Narishakti, balancing things at home, balancing her work and now, balancing her work and now, balancing her work and now, balancing her work and now, balancing with perfection on Katavya Pat. Breath-taking formations, perfect balance, totally focused and seemingly effortless. So after gravity-defying feats on the ground, we now await the grand finale of the Republic Day Parade. The Indian Air Force will present a breath-taking fly past. Precision at tremendous speeds will be on display today and we will witness some awe-inspiring aerobatics and professional precision. In fact, traditionally, fly pasts also serve as an aerial salute. They show respect, display aircraft, showcase flying skills and delight the public. In a short while, every person will be greeted by the Air Force at Katavya Pat when they pass by. A magnificent fly-past and for that, all the aircraft will fly from different parts of the country to reach here. After that, they will pass by the Katavya Pat in a better manner and the performance of the pilot is a fly-past. In a short while, they will take the Air Force to the new heights. A magnificent fly-past. And today, we are showing you actually aerial shots taken specially to actually make this whole fly-past become very real for you and these are shots taken from Prachand, which is in a short while from now will go past the saluting base. And these shots have been specially procured and are presented here so that not only do you get a real or if you want to say surreal experience of the complete fly-past and to herald the beginning of the second innings, the Prachand formation led by a very own indigenously manufactured light combat helicopter flanked by the Apache and indigenous advanced light helicopter for in-aero formation led by Group Captain Deepak Vishnoy. The Apaches are from 125 helicopter squadron Gladiators being captained by Group Captain Anand Kumar Yadav and Wing Commander Haseer Habid Vayusena Meral with squadron leader Ragi Ramachandran as the co-pilot and following them were Wing Commander Rupendra Kumar Mishra and Wing Commander Sushil Khajurya in the indigenously designed and developed helicopters of the 1-1-6 helicopter unit known as the tank Busters In 1971 in India Vayusena's transport fleet was named this formation by Tangeil AirDrop Wing Commander A.K. Singh and Wing Commander H.D. Kala Dacoit Viman Tangeil 2 Donor Viman Wing Commander Shubham Mishra Flight Lieutenant Saishwadha and the other Donor Viman Squadron Leader Nekita Malhotra and their co-pilot Flight Lieutenant N. Gurunathan in the Tangeil Formation Wing Commander A.K. Singh and Wing Commander A.K. Singh and Wing Commander A.K. Singh and Wing Commander and in the misty skyline in the Tangeil Formation our cameras are trying their best to catch perfect shots for you being led by an Indian Air Force Dakota of Heritage Flight with two Donors, a 41 Squadron and big formation going past a saluting base and now after Tangeil we look forward to the next formation which is the Arjun Formation named after Marshal of the Air Force Arjun Singh taking live shots from the formation and these are not live shots we would like to remind you this formation will be led by the C-295 the latest tactical transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force from 11 Squadron being captained by Group Captain Prashant Singh Negi and Wing Commander Vikram Seth with two C-130J tactical transport aircraft and big formation being flown by Group Captain Ankit Raj Singh and Squadron Leader to the right and Wing Commander Manish Vyasan Squadron Leader K.V. Prasad to the left all from 77 Squadron known as the Veiled Vipers Arjun Formation on Karthavipad in the name of Marshal Arjun Singh of the Air Force this formation has come out on Karthavipad but there is still dust in the sky so we have to find these but Utsukta Barkarar and this next formation Netru Formation these are the images that have been recorded and we can see them in the sky we need eyes in the sky for Toho Embryo Viman will follow this formation from the Swadeshi-Nigrani system this is Airborne Early Warning this is a control this enemy's Viman can recognize his son very far and give him the order to destroy this Viman on both sides Multi-Roll Sukhoi 30M fighter Viman Going past the saluting base the Netru Formation Eyes in the skies Ambrer's command Group Captain S. Gunasekharan Sukhoi 30M Group Captain Uttar Kumar flying in a big formation from Kartavyapat you know viewers the special shots that we are bringing for you the pre-recorded ones the closest that most of us can get an experience of actually being in one of these aircraft and flying them here these are shots of the Varuna Formation Kartavyapat will now resonate with excitement Varuna is the goddess sea and rain the deity of the coastal landscape and according to an Indian Navy pilot it's a very very special plane for them so an Indian Navy PA-Tai leading this formation with two Su-30s of the Indian Air Force in Vic Formation the PA-Tai being flown by Commander Ruchit Gaur along with Group Captain Manoj Yadav and Wing Commander Parvinder Singh Chahal as Varuna 2 and 3 flying the Su-31 Squadron popularly known as the Lions the Lions roaring across Kartavyapat today after Varuna Formation the next formation is Bhim and this Bhim formation which we have recorded how it looks from the cockpit the sky and this formation Bhim and this formation the heavy and powerful transport command C-17 the command of the C-17 of the Air Force Group Captain Sameep Nijhawan and along with it the two Su-30s Squadron Leader Amit Kumar Yadav and Wing Commander Akshay Arun Mahal in a few minutes we will now enter Kartavyapat and the Jaguars are now going to catch for you so as we shared earlier it's a cloudy sky and the pre-recorded visuals are definitely very clear giving you clarity but today though we all did pray to the sun gods but yes we got some but we didn't get some now we have the Amrit Formation and these are views that you can see of that all Jaguars the formation derives its name from Amrit Kal India's vision for 2047 Six Jaguar aircraft led by Group Captain Nagendra Visek along with his wingman Wing Commander Manorat Sabarwal then Naga Wing Commander Jay Krishnan Squadron Leader Aakash Karpay and Wing Commander Chakrabani Kajla all from the 14th and 5th squadrons popularly known as the bulls and the tuskers respectively about 750 km per hour and a height of 300 meters the sky is filled with six Jaguar aircraft led by Group Captain Nagendra Abhishek next formation Vajrang India's 6 Rafale, Ladaku, Viman Marut this view from the cockpit Group Captain Abhishek led by Wing Commander Chaitanya Suryavanshi Squadron Leader Yash Savalkar Wing Commander Amit Verma Squadron Leader Sushil Sinde Squadron Leader Vijay Chandgure all Rafale aircrafts the Vajrang formation meaning diamond bodied showcasing six Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force led by Group Captain Abhishek Tripathi with his wingman Wing Commander Chaitanya Suryavanshi Squadron Leader Yash Savalkar Wing Commander Amit Verma Squadron Leader Sushil Sinde Squadron Leader Vijay Chandgure all from 101 Squadron known as the Falcons at a speed of 900 km per hour Trishul formation Trishul formation Leading the formation Karthav Vipat in front of it the river in a few moments three Sukhoi 30 MKI Ladaku will pass through the Trishul formation 900 km per hour Trishul formation Group Captain Sachin Arora Group Captain Omar Brown Wing Commander Navjot Singh as these Su 30s go past a saluting base flying at these heights and speeds the pilots are rigorously trained to handle extreme physical and mental pressure and the focus and expertise with which they fly maneuver, change direction and speeds at these heights requires unparalleled courage determination and passion for flying visuals now of the Vijay formation to mark the conclusion of the grand republic day celebration we will soon see an Indian Air Force Rafale displaying the Vijay maneuver we will see the Rafale flying at a speed of 900 km per hour all set to touch the sky with glory as it executes the victory role maneuver over Kartavyapad also called angular maneuver in the vertical Charlie an acrobatic maneuver in which the aircraft pulls up vertically and carries out roles at that altitude before stabilizing at a higher altitude aircraft was flown by Group Captain Arun Kumar and co-piloted by squadron leader Shivangi Singh both from 17 squadron known as the Golden Arrows so all heads turning skywards and the gaze searching for that glimmer of silver we are once again filled with wonder and respect for the brilliance of this display by the Indian Air Force Indian Air Force Karthikar we are now in the position we adopted and whose adoption we celebrate today takes on true meaning for every Indian but yes we have a lot to celebrate too the young population positioned to accelerate economic growth a vibrant democracy where the constitution guides and shows us the way and an inherent belief in unity the President's bodyguard have arrived here to escort the Supreme Commander along with the Chief Guest for this parade back to Rajapati Bhavan as we reach the culmination of the 75th Republic Day Parade all the officials understanding in line we now see the President's bodyguard moving forward the 75th Republic Day Parade is not just a spectacle it is a reflection of India's journey over the past seven decades and it glimps into its future aspirations Takijay Resounding the atmosphere as the Presidential Carriage moves forward and the President escorted by the Prime Minister and other guests who were seated in the special enclosure coming down the steps to acknowledge the presence of the three Chiefs the Chief of Defence Staff the Defence Minister and other dignitaries who are present here everyone waiting to see this spectacular display of military power Presidential pomp and pageantry this time's National Day Parade is special in many ways this time around 13,000 guests were invited here for them a special place was established and at this time the President today's President is known as the President of France they have been standing here with Salami Manch and with a great presence in which after about 40 years many people have seen the flag for the first time this time when last time this flag came and today our 55th National Day Parade The President of India the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces ready to depart from the venue along with the Chief Guest for today's parade the President of France and today as President Draupadi Murmur leaves the saluting base she carries with her the warmth of another parade showcasing India in all its myriad colors forms and strengths an aspiring nation on the move a country coming into its own learning and growing and yet a time leading with knowing capable, paradoxical, dependable and vocal not very describable but yes very relatable in fact in India similarities make us one and our differences make us strong and as we conclude our 75th Republic Day Celebrations we depart the thousands who came to see the parade go back home we once again wish with all our warmth we take this a day of celebration bound to position themselves to the right and the left of the buggy and escort the dignitaries towards Rashtrabadi power warm smiles warm feelings and a warm sense of satisfaction so all those who got out early in the morning seem very content yes it was worth it coming out here to see India a resplendent vision a slice of our country till the next episode . . . . . . . . . . . . . I would like to present to you our guest, Mr. Bairwal, on his Ghole Glorious. On the right and left side of Mr. Rashtrapati Mahodey, Colonel Ramakant, Lieutenant Colonel Ramakant Yadav. Mr. Rashtrapati ji was carrying out his Ghole Arjun on the right hand side of Mr. Sundar Singh. Mr. Rashtrapati, Mr. Shri Jagdeep Dhankar, his wife Shimati Sudesh Dhankar, Mr. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh. After the President's departure, one after another, the Ghandmanya had come and would be leaving Samarov-e-Sthal. After that, the people of Uttkanta were present at their own places who saw the unique presence of the traditional and traditional culture of the country, who saw the presence of the powerful people. Mr. Rashtrapati Mahodey, Shri Jagdeep Dhankar, is leaving Karthapatt from Salami Manch. The Vice President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankar and his wife Dr. Sudesh Dhankar, taking leave from the saluting base. As each of the dignitaries will slowly move from this venue, Honorable Prime Minister, making his usual stride across to greet the spectators who are assembled here. The guests are really excited to be able to acknowledge him and greet him and see him at close quarters. This festival of people's power on display here, a parade that celebrates the memory of the momentous struggle that the founders of the Republic undertook for freedom from imperialism and building a modern democratic nation. India, the mother of democracy and Vixit Bharat. The Prime Minister acknowledging the presence of these special invitees, a lot of women who are here, specially invited to participate in the Republic Day Parade from distant corners of the country. You can see a section of the northeast represented there. Indeed, the Prime Minister has always broken the barriers of security. Which is actually a matter of concern for the security persons who are on duty here. But the Prime Minister has to acknowledge and celebrate the emotions of all the people who are assembled here, those who are watching, those who join him for this spectacle. The form of government chosen by the leaders of a nation is a critical determinant of the type of life its citizens and future generations will live. And when India chose to become a democracy, it set for itself a daunting and difficult path. Because to uphold democratic principles in a country that was yet to experience unity as a separate entity and that too in a nation that was as diverse as one could be, which we saw today was surely no easy task. And today, we can see right in front of us as Prime Minister Narendra Modi walks along the enclosures that as the largest democracy in the world, India has kept its democracy vibrant and strong. Its people are its priority. Its people are its engines, driving change, powering growth, giving direction. And therein lies the core of a future developed nation, the developed nation that young generations sitting in this audience and young viewers, all of them tuned in to this live telecast. That's a future in store for them and for all of us. There are special invitees this year too to witness the parade. In fact, a question that often comes up in today's world of quick turnaround times and task delivery orientation is what is the role of traditional ceremonies and protocol. Well, institutions need to be nurtured organically. And today's celebration is an organic nurturing of that institution, like we nurture our democracy beyond the individual focusing on the nation. A healthy democracy resting on transition of generations of people of parties and power and the seamlessness constitutional nature and dignity of these transitions strengthen a democracy. And India is a live example of not only transitions, but also of a democracy growing from strength to strength. And that's why national day celebrations are reflective in nature too. Today's celebration started with homage to the Amar Javan. And when color, the pomp and the pageantry of the parade began, we had securely placed them in our hearts. And that courage and valor was the lens we used to view the parade. Times are changing, contexts are changing, science and techniques and technology is changing. In fact, the art of war is changing, but building people to people relationships. Being connected to the people, connecting the people, that is a skill that doesn't change. Today, we are linked to each other, but not so connected. And this walk down Kartavya path by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is building a deep connection. We can see the presidents of India and France, Shreemati Draupadi Murmur and his Excellency Emmanuel Macron as they emerge from the Grand Darbar Hall, bedecked with the shining chandelier and velvet tapestry. Both of them being escorted by the military secretary, Major General Ranjit Singh Manral and the Deputy Military Secretary Group Captain Abhay Fanzalkar, the ADCs, Major Rohit Raskotra and Squadron Leader Saurabh Sharma. Escorting the two presidents as they move to the four court, wherein we've got the president's bodyguard in position to give the salute to the Supreme Commander and then escort her to the saluting base on Kartavya path. We are also moving forward with the leadership of the ADC Squadron Leader Saurabh Sharma and ADC Major Rohit Raskotra. President by bodyguard, President Shreemati Draupadi Murmur will be given the national salute. The smartly turned out president's bodyguard in the four court of Rashtrapati Bhavan on their magnificent horses, the senior most regiment of the Indian Army that is 251 years old since it's raising in 1773. A unique and distinct regiment as it carries out mounted ceremonial duties for the president, their officers and men, excellent horsemen, trained tankmen and paratroopers. And now you get to see the special presidential carriage that is making its appearance at the Republic Day parade after 40 years. The horse drawn buggy that has gold-plated rims and looks extremely comfortable was used by the British in the pre-independence era and later remained with the Rashtrapati Bhavan. It is used now for Republic Day functions. In fact, it was used till 1984 and then discontinued. It of course has an interesting history as it became part of India's history post-independence based on the toss of a coin. Initially used by the president for ceremonial occasions, everyone really excited to see this unique buggy. Rastis Samar-Smarag, who has dedicated the Amar martyrs to the Kratak dynasty, will welcome Prime Minister Mahode Vidyavad, the Supreme President of Mahode, on his behalf. And after that, Prime Minister Rastapati Shreemati Draupadi Murmukh will be honored. Our special guest of this year's Ganesh Day is French President Emmanuel Macron. All eyes now on Prime Minister Modi, who will emerge from his car at Saluting Base for the first time today at Saluting Base. And we're all waiting with bated breath to see his beautiful Bandhani Turban, with a matching cravat, his choice of the Turban and formal attire, quite a matter of interest for everyone who is here. Prime Minister Modi being received by the Raksha Mantri, Sri Rajnath Singh, the Chief of Defence Staff, the three Chiefs of the Armed Forces, the Raksha Raja Mantri, Shri Ajay Bhatt, and the Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Armani. As he makes his way to the enclosures where the Ministers from the Cabinet, States and their families are all happy and excited to see him and greet him on the occasion of the Republic Day. Prime Minister Modi has always made it a point to personally greet as many people as possible who are on either side of Kartavya, invited on the Prime Minister's behest. Women workers from the electronic manufacturing industry, guests who have featured on the Prime Minister's weekly radio program Monkey Bath, space and rocket scientists from ISRO, farmers from the agricultural sectors, and professionals from other fields all seated in these special enclosures. You can see the Finance Minister and other dignitaries, the external affairs minister, Mr. Jay Shankar. The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Bhatt, The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankar and his wife, Shreemati Sudesh Dhankar, have arrived here and the Prime Minister rushing to greet them. Greetings being exchanged as they move forward and are acknowledging the greetings from the other dignitaries who are present here, the three service chiefs, the CDS. We're all now waiting for the President of India and the President of France to arrive here. As the Vice President makes his way to the special enclosure you can see the glimpses of the stately procession with the President's bodyguard bringing the two presidents in state. To be a member of this elite regiment, the men have to be physically fit and mentally alert. The minimum height for each of their troopers is six feet and it is the only regiment of the Indian army that wears the bright red long coats with gold girdles and white breeches, a blue and gold ceremonial turban with a distinctive fan and Napoleon boots with spurs. One bodyguard unit and here at Karthik Sharad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Minister Rajnath Singh, Minister Ajay Bhatt, Chief of Defence Staff and members of the Diplomatic Corps representing their countries and the common man and woman of India, all gathered together to celebrate this fabulous ceremony. The Prime Minister and other dignitaries waiting to receive the President of India and the President of France as they arrive down Karthik Sharad. Special guests, especially on the 75th day of the meeting, Naree Shakti is the main theme. And this time, the interest of the meeting is very strong, Naree Shakti's unique appearance, whether it be mechanized columns or whether it be a military force, the members of the Central Government of the Central Government are present here, on the Karthik Sharad and in the air, the swarh lehrians are entering, welcome, welcome, welcome. This sign is the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Indian state. Ananta Sutra, the endless thread textile installation displayed behind the seated spectators of the Ministry of Culture and you can see these visually stunning saris, panels that have been mounted here, a total of 1900 saris and drapes from every corner of the country. Each panel has a QR code that when scanned gives you details about the weave and embroidery all other embellishments used of it. This is a tribute to the woman power of India, the millions of weavers who have preserved the timeless traditions and passed on the skill through generations. The installation here also includes 150-year-old saris. You can see the president's bodyguard, in symmetry moving towards the saluting base and picked by the president's secretariat from mainstream armored regiments. This unit has been taking place, taking part in several peacekeeping operations as well. The president's bodyguard, commandant Colonel Amit Birwal and the president acknowledging the greetings of the spectators who are seated on either side of Kaktar Vyapat, a nation proud to be led by a woman president. Once again, as president, the saluting base will be received by the prime minister and then introduced to the other guests who are here before she makes her way to the saluting base and her special seat. President Macron and President Murmur using the traditional Indian greeting Namaste, with folded hands, which has now become a global greeting. The atmosphere warming up here as the mist and fog slowly lift to reveal the radiant faces, the joyous crowds that have assembled here. Prime Minister Modi greeting President Murmur and of course his friend, the president of France, Emmanuel Macron, a warm embrace and a handshake, an exchange of words as they set the tone for the celebration of their partnership. The president being introduced to the Raksha Mantri, the Rajya Raksha Mantri, the chief of defense staff and the three chiefs, General Anil Chauhan, General Manoj Pandey, Admiral Hari Kumar, and Chief Marshal V. R. Chaudhary. President Macron making it a point to shake hands with each of our dignitary. As soon as the presidents and the prime minister reach their designated seats, as they climb up the short span of stairs, a 21 gun salute will be given by the ceremonial battery of 871 Field Regiment using the 105mm Indian field gun. And as the thunderous sounds of the guns resonate across the entire Kartavyapad, heralding the start of the parade under the patronage of the Supreme Commander, the national flag will be unfurled and the national anthem will be played by the military bands positioned across below the national emblem, the lion capital of Sarnath. Everyone present here and those watching us at home will also stand in honor and respect of the tricolor unfurled on the 75th Republic Day. From the saluting base and of course they will be back for the closing part of the ceremony once again to escort the President of India, their Supreme Commander to official residence, the Rajstrapati Bhavan. And now it's time for the parade to begin. And of course there will be a beautiful flower offering right at the beginning. We can see over here for the first time heralding the parade, a band comprising 112 women artists playing different types of folk and tribal percussion instruments. The Dhol and Tasha of Maharashtra, the Dappu from Telangana, the Dhaka and Dhol of Espingol, the Shank, the Chenda, Dholu and Kunita of Karnataka, Nadaswaram, Tuttari and cymbals all playing to Raghrevati of Karnataka music. In the first part of the parade, Shank Dhani Hoj ki Hai, Ye Hai Shubharaam. The land and the sky are both ready. For the world's largest folk and tribal music, look at the colors of India, Gaurav and Uman. In the eyes of the sky, because it is coming into the ears, the sound of the helicopter's rota blades. In the sky, their lights, their light are visible. In the Dhuhaj Formation, 4,000, 7,000 helicopters are flying towards Salami Manch. The formation's leader, Wing Commander Anand Vinayik Agashe is flying with him. Wing Commander Aditya Jaswal Rajde Dhuhaj is flying with him. With the Dhuhaj of the army, Wing Commander Aditya Kumar, Wing Commander Ashutosh Khanduri and Wing Commander Manavadikari with the Dhuhaj of the 9th army and Wing Commander Abhishek Sharma and the Scotten leader Poonima with the Dhuhaj of the Air Force. In the eyes of the sky, the sound of the helicopter's rota blades is now starting. In the eyes of the sky, the sound of the helicopter's rota blades is now starting.