In Pics: India's Republic Day dazzles with 'Nari Shakti', Ram tableau, military prowess

French President Emmanuel Macron graced the event as the ceremony's chief guest. He was accompanied by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other dignitaries.
 

The Republic Day parade showcased the might of the All-women Tri-Services contingent, which comprised Agniveer troops.

For the first time in history, a women soldiers contingent, which represented all three services, marched with pride in the Republic Day parade. The Tri-Service women contingent's motto is 'Seva Tatha Sahayata'.

The contingent comprised of women soldiers who were part of the Corps of Military Police of the Navy, Army and Air Force.

In all, 26 tableaux rolled down the Kartavya Path showcasing different roles played by women in the socio-economic activities of the country and the contribution made by women scientists.

Camels covered in bright multi-coloured saddles marched in the parade as part of the BSF's contingent which was led by Border Security Force (BSF) Deputy Commandant Manohar Singh Kheechee.

The contingent included women camel riders which further boasted the prowess of women in various fields.

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), in its tableau, showcased its biggest feat, Chandrayaan-3, which had successfully landed at Shiv Shakti point on the Moon.
 

Uttar Pradesh's tableau showcased the idol of a child depicting Lord Ram and displayed the beautiful pran pratishtha (consecration) ceremony of Ram Mandir which took place in Ayodhya on January 22.

Two Rafale fighter accompanied by a French air force's 'Phoenix' multi-role tanker transport aircraft showcased their abilities in the grand parade. The warplanes, which pierced the sky and showed their fighting abilities, made thousands of people crane their necks in amazement.