Indian Army marching contingent at Republic Day Parade dress rehearsal, in Delhi

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Indian Army marching contingent participating in the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath) in New Delhi, India. The soldiers march in perfect synchronization wearing ceremonial winter uniforms with distinctive slouch hats, white belts, and gaiters while carrying rifles on their shoulders. The contingent proceeds along the ceremonial boulevard as spectators watch from the grandstands. A military band in ceremonial red uniforms is also visible near the viewing area, adding to the formal atmosphere of the rehearsal.