Updated On: 29 January, 2026 09:14 PM IST | Divya Nair
The iconic Vijay Chowk reverberated with captivating Indian tunes on Thursday as the Beating Retreat ceremony marked the culmination of the 77th Republic Day celebrations. PICS/PTI, TEXT/ANI, PTI

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Armed forces personnel form a trophy-shaped formation to pay tribute to India’s ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 victory
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From right, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of State Sanjay Seth

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President Droupadi Murmu arrives at Vijay Chowk for the Beating Retreat ceremony
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the military chiefs ahead of the ceremony

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The bands of the Indian Army, the Indian Navy, the Indian Air Force and the Central Armed Police Forces played foot-tapping melodies. The attendees cheered and applauded the synchronised marches as soldiers formed various shapes, some drawn from Indian traditions.
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