India, Jan. 26 -- India marked its 77th Republic Day on Monday with a grand parade at New Delhi's Kartavya Path, offering a striking display of military strength, cultural pride and indigenous heritage.

The parade featured marching contingents, mechanised columns and vibrant tableaux that reflected the nation's unity in diversity. Alongside the armed forces, unique elements highlighting India's rich biodiversity and traditional strengths also stood out.

News agency ANI shared screengrabs from the Doordarshan telecast showing several distinctive participants during the parade. These included the HIM Yodha contingent, a Bactrian Camels, the Zaniskari pony and black kites, also known as raptors, as they were displayed at the Kartavya Path ...