French Army to be first foreign contingent to participate in RD Parade
News Agencies
| Updated on: 14 February 2017, 5:12 IST
For the first time in history of Republic Day celebrations, French Army contingent will be participating in the parade along with the Indian Armed forces, said sources with Ministry of Defence.
It is for the first time that any foreign army contingent will be taking part in prestigious Republic Day Parade.
Meanwhile, a French Army contingent comprising 56 personnel of 35th Infantry Regiment of 7th Armoured Brigade, is already in India for 'Shakti-2016'- eight-day counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency joint exercise in Rajasthan.
French President Francois Hollande will be the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations this year. (ANI)
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