Archive · 25 Jan 2026
Republic Day Parade Features Modern Warfare Innovations
For the first time, nine women Agniveers will march in the Indian Air Force band during the Republic Day Parade.
They will be part of a group of 66 Agniveers playing music.
The parade will also feature a special flypast with 29 aircraft, including a formation called 'Operation Sindoor' to remember a successful military operation.
The IAF band will play different tunes, and there will be a special display by veterans.
The parade will be watched by important guests from Europe.
Additionally, the Arjun and T-90 tanks will be showcased with new anti-drone measures, like a 'cope-cage' to protect against drone attacks and drones for situational awareness and combat.
The theme of the parade is 'Vande Mataram' to celebrate 150 years since the song's composition.
It's a big celebration of India's military strength and achievements.
Nine women Agniveers will march in the IAF band for the first time during the Republic Day Parade.
The IAF band consists of 66 Agniveers and will play tunes like 'Sound Barrier' and 'Ladakoo'.
A special 'Operation Sindoor' formation with seven aircraft will be featured in the flypast.
The IAF marching contingent includes 144 air warriors led by Squadron Leader Jagdesh Kumar.
The parade will also feature a veterans' tableau highlighting their contributions to nation-building.
The Arjun and T-90 tanks will be showcased with new anti-drone measures, including a 'cope-cage' and drones for situational awareness and combat.
The parade theme is 'Vande Mataram' to commemorate 150 years since the song's composition.
A European Union contingent will march during the parade, adding international flavor to the national celebrations.
- Who
- Nine women Agniveers, 66 Agniveers in total, Indian Air Force contingent, European Union contingent, Arjun tank crew, T-90 tank crew
- What
- 77th Republic Day Parade featuring women Agniveers in the IAF band, a special 'Operation Sindoor' formation flypast, modernized Arjun and T-90 tanks with anti-drone measures, and a European Union contingent marching
- When
- January 26, 2026
- Where
- Kartavya Path, New Delhi
- Why
- To celebrate India's 77th Republic Day, showcase the IAF's capabilities and achievements, including the success of Operation Sindoor, and highlight modern warfare innovations in the Indian Army
- Number of Women Agniveers
- 9
- Total Agniveers in IAF Band
- 66
- Total Aircraft in Flypast
- 29
- Operation Sindoor Formation Aircraft
- 7
- IAF Marching Contingent Size
- 144
- Total IAF Band Members
- 72
- Chief Guests
- Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen
- Veterans' Tableau Theme
- Sangram se Rashtra Nirman Tak
- Arjun Tank Crew Members
- 4 (Commander, Driver, Gunner, Operator)
- Drone Payload Capacity
- 5 kg
- Drone Endurance
- 25-30 minutes
- Parade Theme
- Vande Mataram
Sources
In a first, women Agniveers to join Republic Day Parade
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