Photos | Beating Retreat ceremony marks conclusion of Republic Day
The Beating Retreat ceremony originated in the early 1950s when Major Roberts of the Indian Army developed the unique display by the massed bands.
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The Beating Retreat ceremony, which marks the culmination of Republic Day celebrations, was held at the Vijay Chowk in New Delhi on Monday. (X/@rajnathsingh)
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President and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces Droupadi Murmu arrived at the venue in the traditional 'buggy,' adding to the old-world charm of the event that dates back to the early 1950s. (PTI)
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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and several union ministers, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, the three service chiefs, senior officials, besides the general public attended the mega event. (PTI)
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The Raisina Hills in the heart of the national capital echoed with captivating and foot-tapping Indian tunes played by military and paramilitary bands. (X/@rashtrapatibhavn)
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