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Jawans perform full dress rehearsal at Delhi Cantt ahead of Army Day

Army Day rehearsal
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Army Day rehearsal
From aerial maneuvers to motorcycle routines, jawans on Monday performed a full dress rehearsal at Delhi Cantonment here ahead of the Army Day celebrations, officials said.
Naravane to head the celebrations
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Naravane to head the celebrations
Army chief, General Manoj Mukund Naravane will head the Army Day celebrations for the first time after taking charge.
Full dress rehearsal
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Full dress rehearsal
In Delhi Cantonment, jawans performed a full dress rehearsal, which included various routines, including aerial maneuvers and motorcycle stunts, officials said.
The Bikers!
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The Bikers!
Showcasing the battle tank
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Showcasing the battle tank
Jawans drive a battle tank during full dress rehearsal ahead of Army Day celebrations.
Why is Army day celebrated?
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Why is Army day celebrated?
Army Day is celebrated on January 15 every year to mark Lt Gen KM Carriappa taking over as commander-in-chief of the Indian Army in 1949 from General Francis Butcher, the last British commander-in-chief of India. Carriappa later became a field marshal.
Paying respect to martyred
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Paying respect to martyred
Army Day also pays respects to soldiers who have sacrificed their lives to safeguard the country and its citizens.
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