India’s 73rd Republic Day celebrations may be muted under the Covid-19 shadow but spirits are high. The R-Day this year is special as India is also celebrating its 75th year of Independence. Several firsts are planned during the main parade including a grand flypast by 75 aircraft/helicopters of the Indian Air Force; Installation of 10 large LED screens — five on each side of the refurbished Rajpath - for a better viewing experience of spectators, cultural performances, and more. Another change this year is that the parade at Rajpath will start at 10:30 hrs instead of 10:00 hrs to provide better visibility. Hindustan Times’ Associate Editor Rahul Singh and Lt Gen (R) DS Hooda join Aditi Prasad for a live coverage of the Republic Day celebrations.

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