India on Thursday showcased its military might and cultural heritage at its 63rd Republic Day Parade in the heart of the national capital New Delhi.
It was an impressive display of armour and unmanned aerial vehicles, despite the early morning chill.
People from all walks of life gathered along the eight-kilomter-long parade route from the majestic Rajpath to the historic 17th century Red Fort to cheer the armed forces contingents and various tableaux depicting the country's diverse culture.
Image: Contingents march at the 63rd Republic Day parade at Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday, January 26, 2012
Text: ANI
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