Young performers and Bal Puraskar awardees take part in Republic Day Parade, in Delhi

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A large group of young performers demonstrates synchronized yoga postures along the ceremonial avenue during a Republic Day event in New Delhi. The performers wear matching purple tracksuits and athletic footwear while carrying out coordinated standing balances, stretches and forward bends in evenly spaced formations. The scene also shows recipients of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar riding along the parade route in decorated open-top vehicles. The vehicles are covered with floral arrangements featuring marigolds, green foliage and white garlands, while the young awardees wave toward spectators from the rear. The scenes show youth participation, cultural performances and ceremonial activities associated with the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.