Highlights: India celebrates 74th R-Day on Kartavya Path showcases military might cultural heritage

By Anuj Cariappa

Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2023, 14:15 [IST]

New Delhi, Jan 26: India's military prowess infused with a spirit of "aatmanirbharta" and diverse and vibrant cultural heritage were showcased on the Kartavya Path as the nation celebrated its 74th Republic Day on Thursday.

"Nari Shakti" was predominantly the theme of the celebrations with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a host of other dignitaries joining people and members of the armed forces in marking the august occasion.

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi was the chief guest at the ceremonial event. A combined band and marching contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces also took part in the parade that started around 10:30 am and ended close to noon after a fly-past.

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Jan 26, 2023, 12:18 PM IST

Escorted by President's Bodyguard, President Droupadi Murmu and Republic Day Parade Chief Guest, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El –Sisi depart from Kartavya Path to Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Delhi | Escorted by President's Bodyguard, President Droupadi Murmu and #RepublicDayParade Chief Guest, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El –Sisi depart from Kartavya Path to Rashtrapati Bhavan. pic.twitter.com/0LOwtdDX0J
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 12:17 PM IST

With the National Anthem, the Republic Day 2023 parade at Kartavya Path concludes.

Delhi | With the National Anthem, the #RepublicDay2023 parade at Kartavya Path concludes. pic.twitter.com/AypWCAMPKj
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 12:17 PM IST

Former President Ram Nath Kovind unfurls the Tricolour at his residence in Delhi

Former President Ram Nath Kovind unfurls the Tricolour at his residence in Delhi, on #RepublicDay pic.twitter.com/DRXhX5Ot24
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 12:16 PM IST

The grand finale of the 74th Republic Day parade comprises 45 IAF aircraft, one from Indian Navy and four helicopters from Indian Army

The grand finale of the 74th Republic Day parade comprises 45 IAF aircraft, one from Indian Navy and four helicopters from Indian Army pic.twitter.com/2KwLqOYrZb
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 12:16 PM IST

33 Dare Devils make 'Human Pyramid' on nine motorcycles on Kartavya Path

#RepublicDay2023 | 33 Dare Devils make 'Human Pyramid' on nine motorcycles on Kartavya Path pic.twitter.com/s7R3piu6Wo
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 12:16 PM IST

Corps of Signals Dare Devils team mesmerises the audience with their performance at Kartavya Path on Republic Day

Corps of Signals Dare Devils team mesmerises the audience with their performance at Kartavya Path on Republic Day pic.twitter.com/L9nHd3M8CA
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:55 AM IST

Daring motorcycle display by Corps of Signals Dare Devils team at Kartavya Path on Republic Day

Daring motorcycle display by Corps of Signals Dare Devils team at Kartavya Path on Republic Day pic.twitter.com/PMRgoorLku
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:54 AM IST

Haryana's tableau reflects design based on Bhagavad Gita. In its entirety, the tableau shows Lord Krishna serving as the charioteer of Arjun and giving him knowledge of Gita. The patterns on the sides of the trailer show various scenes from the battle of Mahabharat

#RepublicDay | Haryana's tableau reflects design based on Bhagavad Gita. In its entirety, the tableau shows Lord Krishna serving as the charioteer of Arjun and giving him knowledge of Gita. The patterns on the sides of the trailer show various scenes from the battle of Mahabharat pic.twitter.com/5t3B5nJxuM
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:54 AM IST

Karnataka's tableau symbolically unveils exceptional achievements of state's 3 women achievers. Sulagitti Narasamma - a midwife, Tulsi Gowda Halakki - known as 'Vruksha Maate' & Saalumarada Thimmakka are noted names due to their selfless contribution to society.

#RepublicDay | Karnataka's tableau symbolically unveils exceptional achievements of state's 3 women achievers.

Sulagitti Narasamma - a midwife, Tulsi Gowda Halakki - known as 'Vruksha Maate' & Saalumarada Thimmakka are noted names due to their selfless contribution to society. pic.twitter.com/AYHBdwj48k
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:42 AM IST

The colourful tableaux of West Bengal, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu at the Republic Day parade

The colourful tableaux of West Bengal, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu at the Republic Day parade pic.twitter.com/8xeN90Hrmt
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:42 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh's tableau at the Republic Day parade showcases the three-day Deepotsava celebrated in Ayodhya

Uttar Pradesh's tableau at the Republic Day parade showcases the three-day Deepotsava celebrated in Ayodhya pic.twitter.com/I0JOKacvG6
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:36 AM IST

The tableau of Arunachal Pradesh, known as the land for the rising sun, showcases the potential for tourism in the fields of adventure, sports, ecology, culture, religion, history and archaeology.

Jan 26, 2023, 11:36 AM IST

The tableau of Jharkhand shows the famous Baidyanath Temple located in Deoghar. Lord Birsa Munda is depicted in the front of the tableau.

Jan 26, 2023, 11:36 AM IST

The tableau of Jammu & Kashmir with its theme 'Naya J&K' showcases the holy Amarnath Shrine and Tulip gardens and lavender cultivation

The tableau of Jammu & Kashmir with its theme 'Naya J&K' showcases the holy Amarnath Shrine and Tulip gardens and lavender cultivation pic.twitter.com/ELdW72ooEl
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:35 AM IST

Kerala presents the tableau of 'Nari Shakti' and folk traditions of women empowerment. The tractor portrays Karthyayani Amma, the winner of Nari Shakti Puraskar in 2020 who top scored the literacy examination at the age of 96.

#RepublicDay | Kerala presents the tableau of 'Nari Shakti' and folk traditions of women empowerment. The tractor portrays Karthyayani Amma, the winner of Nari Shakti Puraskar in 2020 who top scored the literacy examination at the age of 96. pic.twitter.com/KMFLiYZoYC
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:08 AM IST

Dogra Regiment whose motto is Kartavyam Anvatma marches

Dogra Regiment whose motto is Kartavyam Anvatma marches
#KartavyaPath #RepublicDay2023 pic.twitter.com/L6BHfu4Uxc
— DD News (@DDNewslive) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:01 AM IST

The Naval contingent of 144 young sailors led by Lt Cdr Disha Amrith as Contingent Commander marches down Kartavya Path

The Naval contingent of 144 young sailors led by Lt Cdr Disha Amrith as Contingent Commander marches down Kartavya Path

The marching contingent for the first time in history consists of 3 women and 6 men Agniveers pic.twitter.com/jcdUrEVxAj
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 11:00 AM IST

The detachment of BrahMos of the 861 Missile Regiment, led by Lieutenant Prajjwal Kala, participates in the parade at Kartavya Path.

Jan 26, 2023, 10:59 AM IST

Brass band of the Indian Navy comprising of 80 musicians playing the Indian Navy song tune 'Jai Bharti' marches down Kartavya Path on Republic Day

Jan 26, 2023, 10:58 AM IST

Marching contingents march down the Kartavya Path on the 74th Republic Day

Delhi | Marching contingents march down the Kartavya Path on the 74th Republic Day pic.twitter.com/nQs45k9thP
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:58 AM IST

AKASH weapon system of 27 Air Defence Missile Regiment, 'the Amritsar Airfield' led by Captain Sunil Dasharathe and accompanied by Lt Chetana Sharma of 512 Light AD Missile Regiment (SP)

#RepublicDay | AKASH weapon system of 27 Air Defence Missile Regiment, 'the Amritsar Airfield' led by Captain Sunil Dasharathe and accompanied by Lt Chetana Sharma of 512 Light AD Missile Regiment (SP) pic.twitter.com/aAzsFJfpUI
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:55 AM IST

Main Battle Tank (MBT) Arjun an indigenous development by DRDO displayed on Kartavya Path

Main Battle Tank (MBT) Arjun an indigenous development by DRDO displayed on #KartavyaPath #RepublicDay2023 @DRDO_India pic.twitter.com/TbvfS1S0YD
— DD News (@DDNewslive) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:54 AM IST

21 Gun Salute performed ahead of R-Day Parade at Kartavya Path

Jan 26, 2023, 10:48 AM IST

The detachment of Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicle, led by Captain Naveen Dhatterwal of 3 Ladakh Scouts Regiment, marches down the Kartavya Path. The vehicle is ideally designed for troops operating in Ladakh, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh.

#RepublicDay2023 | The detachment of Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicle, led by Captain Naveen Dhatterwal of 3 Ladakh Scouts Regiment, marches down the Kartavya Path. The vehicle is ideally designed for troops operating in Ladakh, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh. pic.twitter.com/zcHIAfbQn4
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:48 AM IST

President Draupadi Murmu takes the salute of Lt Siddhartha Tyagi who leads the NAG Missile System of 17 Mechanised Infantry Regiment

President Droupadi Murmu takes the salute of Lt Siddhartha Tyagi who leads the NAG Missile System of 17 Mechanised Infantry Regiment#RepublicDay2023 pic.twitter.com/fAOIEO1H9n
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:48 AM IST

The detachment of the Main Battle tank Arjun of 75 Armoured Regiment marches down the Kartavya Path. This is being led by Captain Amanjeet Singh.

#RepublicDay2023 | The detachment of the Main Battle tank Arjun of 75 Armoured Regiment marches down the Kartavya Path. This is being led by Captain Amanjeet Singh. pic.twitter.com/m0nSLoSexR
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:47 AM IST

61st Cavalry, the only serving active Horsed Cavalry Regiment in the world, at Kartavya Path on RepublicDay

61st Cavalry, the only serving active Horsed Cavalry Regiment in the world, at Kartavya Path on #RepublicDay

Their motto is 'Ashva Shakti Yashobal' pic.twitter.com/l8E5jHRrXH
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:47 AM IST

Marching on the Kartavya Path for the first time is the combined band and marching contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces. The contingent is being led by Colonel Mahmoud Mohamed Abdel Fattah El Kharasawy.

Delhi | Marching on the Kartavya Path for the first time is the combined band and marching contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces. The contingent is being led by Colonel Mahmoud Mohamed Abdel Fattah El Kharasawy.#RepublicDay pic.twitter.com/0EBm2QOAOw
— ANI (@ANI) January 26, 2023

Jan 26, 2023, 10:41 AM IST

Republic Day parade begins with winners of Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra

Jan 26, 2023, 10:41 AM IST

The Republic Day Parade commences.

Jan 25, 2023, 3:45 pm IST

India is celebrating its 74th Republic Day this year.

Jan 25, 2023, 3:45 pm IST

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will be the chief guest at India's 74th Republic Day celebrations on Thursday.

Jan 25, 2023, 3:46 pm IST

The Republic Day parade comprises of spectacular military and cultural pageantry on Kartavya Path (renamed Rajpath) every year that displays India's military might.

Jan 25, 2023, 3:47 pm IST

Republic Day 2023 will witness the debut march of women riders on Border Security Force's (BSF) Camel Contingent.

Jan 25, 2023, 3:55 pm IST

For the first time two transgender constables from the Chhattisgarh police will take part in the Republic Day parade in Jagdalpur in the presence of Chief Minister, Bhupesh Bagel.

Jan 25, 2023, 4:03 pm IST

The Chhattisgarh police had recruited 13 transgender people as constable in 2021. Of the 13 nine had been inducted into the unit for deployment in the naxal infested Bastar.

Jan 25, 2023, 4:11 pm IST

Locals in Baramulla took out a Tiranga rally ahead of Republic Day 2023 tomorrow.

Jammu and Kashmir | Locals in Baramulla took out a Tiranga rally ahead of #RepublicDay2023 tomorrow pic.twitter.com/CDnV41oC7f
— ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2023

Jan 25, 2023, 4:18 pm IST

Building on last year’s celebrations, in the 75th year of Independence celebrated as ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’, the celebrations this year shall witness zeal, enthusiasm, patriotic fervour and ‘Jan Bhagidari’, as envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Jan 25, 2023, 4:23 pm IST

The parade ceremony will commence with PM Modi visiting the National War Memorial.

Jan 25, 2023, 4:39 pm IST

PM Modi will lead the nation in paying solemn tributes to the fallen heroes by laying a wreath. Thereafter, the Prime Minister and other dignitaries will head to the saluting dais at Kartavya Path to witness the parade.

Jan 25, 2023, 5:01 pm IST

As per tradition, the National Flag will be unfurled followed by the National Anthem with a booming 21-gun salute.

Jan 25, 2023, 5:22 pm IST

Amongst the many firsts, the 21-gun salute will be given with 105-mm Indian Field Guns.

Jan 25, 2023, 6:04 pm IST

It's the 1st time that we visited India, it's a great country because it has a great civilisation like Egypt. We have been here for 4 days&practised with our friends in Indian Army: Colonel Mahmoud Mohamed Abdelfattah Elkharasawy, Commander, Egyptian contingent

Jan 25, 2023, 6:24 pm IST

Marching down the Kartavya Path for the first time will be the combined Band & Marching contingent of the Egyptian Armed Forces, led by Colonel Mahmoud Mohamed Abdel Fattah El Kharasawy. The contingent will consist of 144 soldiers, representing the main branches of the Egyptian Armed Forces.

Jan 25, 2023, 6:49 pm IST

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has decided to give free rides to the invitees to the 74th Republic Day celebrations, scheduled to be held on Thursday at Delhi's Kartavya Path.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:08 pm IST

When we celebrate Republic Day, we celebrate what we have achieved, together, as a nation: President Draupadi Murmu in an address to the nation on the eve of 74th Republic Day.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:09 pm IST

India will be indebted to Dr B R Ambedkar, says President Murmu.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:16 pm IST

India will always remain grateful to Dr BR Ambedkar, who headed the Drafting Committee of the Constitution, and thus had a critical part in giving it the final shape: President Murmu.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:17 pm IST

We should also remember role of jurist BN Rau, who had prepared the initial draft, and other experts and officers who helped in the making of Constitution. We're proud of fact that members of that assembly represented all regions and communities of India and that they included 15 women too," says Murmu.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:18 pm IST

India has been among fastest-growing major economies. This has been made possible by timely& pro-active interventions from Govt. ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, has evoked a great response among people at large. There've also been sector-specific incentive schemes: President Murmu.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:19 pm IST

The Gaganyaan program to carry Indian astronauts into the space is under progress. This will be India's maiden human space flight: Murmu

Jan 25, 2023, 7:20 pm IST

Women’s empowerment and gender equality are no longer mere slogans, as we have made great progress towards these ideals in recent years. I have no doubt in my mind that women are the ones who will do the most to shape tomorrow’s India: President Murmu.

Jan 25, 2023, 7:27 pm IST

G20 presidency is an opportunity to promote democracy and multilateralism and the right forum for shaping a better world and a better future. Under India’s leadership, I'm sure, G20 will be able to further enhance its efforts to build a more equitable &sustainable world order: President Murmu

Jan 25, 2023, 7:29 pm IST

On the occasion of Republic Day, I convey my special appreciation to our jawans who guard our borders and are ready to make any sacrifice for the country. I also express my appreciation for all the brave soldiers of paramilitary forces and police forces: President Draupadi Murmu

Jan 25, 2023, 7:29 pm IST

I commend roles of farmers, workers, scientists and engineers whose combined strength enables our country to live up to the spirit of “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan, Jai Anusandhan”. I appreciate every citizen who contributes to the nation’s progress: President Murmu

Jan 25, 2023, 7:30 pm IST

NEP makes our civilisational lessons relevant for contemporary life while also preparing learners for 21st century challenges: President Murmu,

Jan 25, 2023, 7:43 pm IST

President Murmu concludes her speech.

Jan 25, 2023, 10:02 pm IST

Sudha Murty, Kumar Mangalam Birla are among the 9 awardees of Padma Bhushan.

Jan 25, 2023, 10:02 pm IST

Rakesh Radheshyam Jhunjhunwala (Posthumous), RRR movie composer MM Keeravaani, actress Raveena Ravi Tandon are among the 91 awardees of Padma Shri

Jan 25, 2023, 10:04 pm IST

Late Samajwadi Party patron Mulayam Singh Yadav, late ORS pioneer Dilip Mahalanabis, musician Zakir Hussain, SM Krishna and Srinivas Varadhan to receive Padma Vibhushan.