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77th Republic Day: India Showcases Its Military Might with ‘Operation Sindoor’ Formations, Tableaux at Kartavya Path Parade
The parade featured a seven-aircraft Sindoor flypast, first-time animal contingent, and indigenous systems like hypersonic missiles, highlighting joint military strength and innovation.
- Kartavya Path in New Delhi hosted the 77th Republic Day parade on January 26, 2026, featuring a tri-services tableau titled 'Operation Sindoor' and DRDO's indigenous defence systems.
- Operation Sindoor's this year launch frames the parade's emphasis on jointness, as the IAF and Indian Army carried out cross-border attacks after the Pahalgam incident.
- Overall, 29 aircraft participated in the flypast this year, including a seven-aircraft Sindoor Formation with two Rafales, two Su-30 MKI, two MiG-29 and one Jaguar from six bases.
- In a first, the Remount and Veterinary Corps marched an animal contingent featuring Bactrian camels, Zanskar ponies, Indian-breed army dogs and raptors, ahead of the Bharat Parv event at the Red Fort, January 26 to 31.
- The technology showcase included hypersonic and naval combat-suite demonstrations as DRDO unveiled the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile and a phased 'Battle Array' format sequencing reconnaissance, logistics, and combat units.
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The Indian Air Force also displayed its might in the 77th Republic Day parade. Aircraft including the Rafale, Jaguar, MiG, and Sukhoi displayed stunning formations. Watch the video.
Op Sindoor Tri-services tableau steals spotlight at Republic Day parade, shows combat power
India’s 77th Republic Day parade prominently featured a tri-services tableau on Operation Sindoor, highlighting the armed forces’ swift and coordinated military prowess. The display underscored India’s readiness and strategic deterrence amid evolving security challenges.
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