Overview
- The parade will present a phased battle array with live commentary tracing reconnaissance, logistics, long‑range strikes and air integration.
- Spectator stands take river names to curb VIP culture, with tickets priced at ₹20 and ₹100 and a Rashtraparv portal and app offering real‑time guidance.
- Newly raised units and systems will debut, including the Bhairav light commando battalion, Shaktibaan artillery for drone warfare, Drone Shakti and a universal rocket launcher, alongside animal contingents.
- A coordinated flypast will feature Rafale, Su‑30, MiG‑29, Apache, LCH, ALH, Mi‑17, P‑8I, C‑130 and C‑295 aircraft, while Tejas will not take part.
- The 90‑minute event will field 18 marching contingents, 13 bands, 30 tableaux and about 2,500 performers, with a small EU naval contingent also participating.