Republic Day parade 2022 concludes, check key highlights

Republic Day Parade showcased as many as 21 tableaux and also a grand 75 aircraft flypast by the Indian Air Force.

Pic Courtesy: ANI

NEW DELHI: India showcased its military might and cultural diversity on the majestic Rajpath as it celebrates its 73rd Republic Day on Wednesday (January 26, 2022).

An unprecedented security cover was put in place in the national capital ahead of the Republic Day parade, which was scheduled to start half an hour later than usual this year. Apart from cultural performances by more than 480 dancers from across the country, and as many as 21 tableaux, the parade also featured a grand 75 aircraft flypast by the Indian Air Force.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended his greetings to the citizens of the country on the occasion of the 73rd Republic Day. "Wishing you all a happy Republic Day. Jai Hind!," PM Modi tweeted.

The Republic Day Parade ceremony commenced with PM Modi visiting the National War Memorial.

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26 January 2022

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Delhi: Veteran BJP leader LK Advani unfurls the national flag at his residence on Republic Day. 

Delhi: Veteran BJP leader LK Advani unfurls the national flag at his residence, on #RepublicDay pic.twitter.com/4yUJMRg4z7

— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2022

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Jammu & Kashmir: The tricolour unfurled at Lal Chowk in Srinagar. 

Jammu & Kashmir: The tricolour unfurled at Lal Chowk in Srinagar. #RepublicDay pic.twitter.com/LbPvt99hhQ

— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2022