Republic Day Images: See awesome pics as India celebrates 69th Republic Day

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India will celebrate its 69th Republic Day on January 26. Every year on the same day, the Republic Day is celebrated to honour the Constitution of India came into effect in January 26, 1950. The Republic Day celebration is held in grandeur at Rajpath. The parade of Republic Day remains the highlight of the day. This year the celebration will be different as PM Narendra Modi gave invitation to leaders of 10 ASEAN countries as the chief guests of 69th Republic Day. Let us take a look at some of the images of how the nation gears up for 69th Republic Day celebrations:

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Showcasing her military might, the main draw of the Indian Army depicts the T-90 tank (Bhishma) and other military equipment. (Photo: IE)

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People standing up as the National Anthem is played at Rajpath. (Photo: IE)

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Akashvani (All India Radio) presents its tableau at Rajpath on Republic Day. (Photo: IE)

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Armed forces tableau paid tributes to the veterans. (Photo: IE)

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A National Cadet Corps member gives a command during a rehearsal of the Republic Day parade (Photo: AP)

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A school girl gets her face painted in the colours of India's national flag, before taking part in India's Republic Day celebrations, at a school in Jammu. (Image: Reuters)

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On Raj Path, a colourful parade and display of military might will awe thousands of visitors, including the leaders of 10 ASEAN countries who are attending the event as chief guests.