Soldiers march in formation during Republic Day parade rehearsal in New Delhi

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A military contingent rehearses marching in formation for India's Republic Day parade in New Delhi. The soldiers wear olive-green or khaki uniforms with black berets and carry rifles as they move in synchronized rows. An officer in a dark blue uniform stands in the foreground with his back to the camera, observing the formation. Indian national flags fly from tall poles across the background.