Indian President Droupadi Murmu revived a 250-year-old tradition on India’s 75th Republic Day on Friday (Jan 26) by opting for a quaint horse-pulled buggy (carriage) on her way to the ceremony.
Murmu and French President Emmanuel Macron were escorted to the event in the ‘traditional Buggy,’ ditched by the Presidential palace 40 years ago.
The President’s Bodyguard (PBG), dressed in a striking red uniform and mounted on horses, accompanied the buggy, adding a touch of historical grandeur to the event.
The President’s Bodyguard unit is a rare regiment globally, consisting of proficient cavalry horse riders, trained tank men and daring paratroopers.
Every detail, from training and diet to healthcare and matching the appropriate rider with the suitable horse, is meticulously taken care of, ensuring that these horses stand as some of the best-groomed animals in the country.