Jaipur hosts 78th Army Day parade in a historic first:

Jaipur hosts 78th Army Day parade in a historic first:

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Category : Important Days Published on: January 16 2026

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  • The 78th Army Day Parade was held on the streets of Jaipur, marking the first time the event took place outside a cantonment area. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the troops, underscoring the theme of “Nation First.”
  • The decision, inspired by the Prime Minister, aimed to strengthen public engagement with the armed forces.
  • The parade drew thousands of spectators and was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi.
  • Marching contingents included the newly raised elite Bhairav Battalion, alongside displays of advanced military hardware such as T-90 tanks, Pinaka rocket launchers and M-777 howitzers.
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