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Soldiers march to drumbeats in bitter Delhi cold during dress rehearsals for 75th Republic Day parade

Delhi Police, meanwhile, has been conducting mock drills as part of its security preparedness for Republic Day.
10:52 AM Dec 30, 2023 IST | ANI
soldiers march to drumbeats in bitter delhi cold during dress rehearsals for 75th republic day parade
Soldiers march to drumbeats in bitter Delhi cold during dress rehearsals for 75th Republic Day parade--Photo: ANI
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New Delhi, December 30 (ANI): Braving the bitter cold and the early-morning fog, the forces were seen marching to drumbeats during dress rehearsals for the 75th Republic Day parade at the Kartavya Path in the national capital on Saturday.

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Undeterred by the sharp chill in the air on a day when the city recorded a minimum temperature of 13°C, the soldiers were seen matching steps with characteristic discipline and accord.

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Significantly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier extended a formal invitation to French President Emmanuel Macron to be the Chief Guest at the 75th Republic Day function.

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"My Dear Friend President Emmanuel Macron, we eagerly look forward to receiving you as the Chief Guest at the 75th Republic Day. We will also celebrate India-France strategic partnership and shared belief in democratic values. Bientot!" PM Modi posted from his official X handle earlier. inviting the French President to the main event.

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Delhi Police, meanwhile, has been conducting mock drills as part of its security preparedness for Republic Day.

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Earlier this week, Delhi Police personnel from East District conducted a mock security drill at V3S Mall Nirman Vihar in east Delhi ahead of the New Year celebrations and the Republic Day.

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Teams from Delhi Fire Service, Delhi Traffic Police, Bomb Squad, Dog Squad, Cats Ambulance, and SWAT Cammondos took part in the mock drill.

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