India, Jan. 11 -- A spectacular event that belongs uniquely to Mumbai will enliven Marine Drive on Sunday morning. The wonderful alchemy between the soldier and the citizen will be seen as retired servicemen from the Indian navy, army and the air-force march for 2 km on the iconic promenade to mark Veterans Day.

Mumbai is the only city in India that holds a Veterans Day parade and in its fifth edition this year, it's likely to see the participation of up to 500 people belonging to the tri-services and their families. Many gallantry award winners and a few octogenarian and nonagenarian veterans - some in wheelchairs - are also expected to join the celebration.

The Tri-Services Veterans Day is celebrated every year on January 14, the day ...