IN PHOTOS: Army Day Parade rehearsal in full swing in Pune

Updated On: 08 January, 2025 07:16 PM IST | Jyoti Shukla

For the first time in history, Pune will host the prestigious Army Day Parade on January 15. Rehearsals for the 77th Army Day Parade are in full swing at the BEG Centre in the city, featuring a diverse array of contingents that depict the spirit of a modern and future-ready Indian Army (Pics/X)

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<p>The Army Day Parade commemorates Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa’s appointment as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in 1949, symbolising India’s post-independence military leadership</p>

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The Army Day Parade commemorates Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa’s appointment as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in 1949, symbolising India’s post-independence military leadership

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Indian Army`s robotic Multi-Utility Legged Equipment (MULE)

The highlight of the parade will be the display of cutting-edge defence technologies such as drones and robotics

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To enhance capabilities in challenging terrains, the Indian Army recently inducted 100 robotic MULEs. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)

<p>Pune’s selection for the 2025 parade shows the city’s historic ties to the Armed Forces and its role as the headquarters of the Indian Army’s Southern Command</p>

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Pune’s selection for the 2025 parade shows the city’s historic ties to the Armed Forces and its role as the headquarters of the Indian Army’s Southern Command

<p>The parade will take place at the Bombay Engineering Group and Centre, featuring marching contingents, mechanised columns, and technological exhibits</p>

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The parade will take place at the Bombay Engineering Group and Centre, featuring marching contingents, mechanised columns, and technological exhibits

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National Cadet Corps (NCC) women contingent rehearsing for the January 15 parade

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Preceding the parade, the “Know Your Army” exhibition, allowed citizens to explore advanced weaponry and interact with soldiers

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The Army Day Parade is not only a ceremonial occasion but a national celebration of courage, dedication, and technological progress

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The Indian Army`s all terrain vehicles (ATV) during the rehearsal

The Indian Army has a stronger connection with citizens nationwide by rotating the Army Day Parade across different cities. The parade was traditionally held in Delhi but began rotating to various cities in 2023, starting with Bengaluru, followed by Lucknow in 2024

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Designed to tackle harsh conditions and challenging terrain like that of Ladakh, the Indian Army uses varieties of ATVs. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)

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Tank T-90 Bhishma at the rehearsal

This initiative gives opportunities to local communities to directly engage with the Armed Forces

<p>Indian Army`s main battle tank, T-90 Bhishma, is known for its speed, firepower, and protection. An advanced version of the T-series of tanks, T-90 Bhishma comes with increased mobility, firepower, and protection. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)</p>

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Indian Army`s main battle tank, T-90 Bhishma, is known for its speed, firepower, and protection. An advanced version of the T-series of tanks, T-90 Bhishma comes with increased mobility, firepower, and protection. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)

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The Armored Light Specialist Vehicle (ALSV) at the rehearsal

<p>ALSV is a tactical armored vehicle designed for the Indian Army and Special Forces. A four-wheel light weight that is air transportable. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)</p>

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ALSV is a tactical armored vehicle designed for the Indian Army and Special Forces. A four-wheel light weight that is air transportable. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)

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For the Indian Army Day Parade tickets, download the ADP 25 app and register. (Pic/ Screengrab X adgpi)

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