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Navy to Have Mixed Marching Contingent at Republic Day Parade
- 18 Jan 2024
- 1 min read
The Indian Navy is set to make history at the Republic Day Parade, showcasing a groundbreaking mixed-gender marching contingent of 144 men and women Agniveers.
- This year's parade marks the debut of a triservice women marching contingent and features the first-ever appointment of a woman officer as a Commanding Officer of a warship.
- The Navy's tableau highlights two key themes - 'Nari Shakti' and indigenisation, spotlighting the achievements of Bharat in naval capabilities.
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