Columns of soldiers, in drenched uniforms and wet boots, carried out the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day 2026 parade on Friday along Kartavya Path, despite steady rain and occasional thunder delaying proceedings on the ceremonial boulevard. PICS/PTI
Updated On: 2026-01-24 03:59 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
Assam Regiment’s contingent remain unfazed by the downpour as they rehearse with precision and discipline at Kartavya Path on Friday morning
The Mixed Scouts Battalion marches despite the change in weather which was brought about by this year's first intense western disturbance
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) contingent marches on despite rain and thunder in the national capital. Showers delayed the rehearsal but could not dampen the participants’ spirit
Patriotic music echoes across Kartavya Path as Central Industrial Security Force’s (CISF) contingent and other regiments march on during the rain-soaked full dress rehearsal
Border Security Force’s (BSF) Camel Contingent were seen participating in the rehearsal sitting atop fully adorned camels
Attendees who arrived early to watch the rehearsal covered themselves with plastic sheets to witness the full dress rehearsal of the Republic Day parade
Contingents of the Indian Army march past in unison with boots splashing and drenched uniforms during the full dress rehearsal
Reports say the Indian Air Force is the lead service overseeing all ceremonial events for this year’s Republic Day celebrations
Delhi Police contingent marches under thick grey clouds and persistent rain
Army formations remain tight and steps perfectly timed as the capital receives its first rain of the season during the Republic Day rehearsal.