Indian flags flutter around India Gate: Republic Day preparations begin in Delhi

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Indian flags being erected at Rajpath ahead of 68th Republic Day celebration in Delhi. India is gearing up for its 68th Republic Day and the capital city of New Delhi, host to a grand parade, has been taken over by dress rehearsals. The annual parade is a grand affair. It sees a variety of drills from about 25 marching and mounted contingents, around 20 military bands, various military vehicles, 30 cultural tableaux, nearly 30 aircrafts, state-wise cultural performers, and 1,200 schoolchildren. This year's parade will also see the United Arab Emirates soldiers marching with their Indian counterparts. UAE crown prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the chief guest of the parade. Source : http://mashable.com This footage is part of the professionally-shot broadcast stock footage arch