Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar awardees wave during Republic Day Parade, in Delhi

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Recipients of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) ride in a beautifully decorated open-top jeep during the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path, New Delhi, India. The vehicle is adorned with vibrant marigold flowers, green foliage, and the Indian national flag, while the young awardees smile and wave to thousands of spectators lining the parade route. Security personnel stand along the barricades, and ceremonial military bands in red uniforms can be seen in the background, highlighting the grandeur of India's annual Republic Day celebrations.