In A First, Republic Day Parade Begins With 100 Women Artists Playing Indian Instruments

The Republic Day 2024 parade began after President Droupadi Murmu and French President Emanuel Macron arrived at Kartavya Path.

PM Modi greeted President Murmu and Macron on their arrival on Kartavya Path.

After President Murmu unfurled the national flag, a 21-gun salute was performed along with the singing of the national anthem.

Based on the twin themes of 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Bharat - Loktantra Ki Matruka', this year's parade is witnessing the participation of 13,000 special guests.

For the first time, the parade was heralded by over 100 women artists playing Indian musical instruments like the shankh (conch), naadswaram, and nagada.