In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

India is celebrating the 71st Republic Today. The nation displayed its military prowess and cultural diversity during the parade at Rajpath. Flypast by India Air Force fighter jets, and the newly acquired Apache helicopters stunned the audience during 71st Republic Day parade at Rajpath in New Delhi today.  President Ram Nath Kovind unfurled the Tricolour, which was followed by the National Anthem and 21-gun salute at Rajpath. This year, Brazil President Jair Messias Bolsonaro was the Chief Guest for Republic Day celebrations. (Photo Credit: IANS)

In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes at National War Memorial. He was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at Rajpath. (Photo Credit: Twitter/@rajnathsingh)

In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

Brazilian President Jair Messias Bolsonaro was the Chief Guest at the celebrations this year. (Photo Credit: Twitter/ANI)

In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

The Indian Army showcased ‘Akash Missiles’ in the Republic Day parade at Rajpath. (Photo Credit: Twitter/@SpokespersonMoD)

In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

The Indian Navy showcases its assets like Boeing P8I Long Range Maritime Patrol aircraft and the Kolkata Class Destroyer and the Kalvari Class submarine. (Photo Credit: Twitter/ANI)

In Pictures: India Celebrates 71st Republic Day, Showcases Military Might

Battle tank of the Indian Army, T- 90 Bhishma was also displayed at the Rajpath. (Photo Credit: Twitter/ ANI)