epa12681906 The Indian Army march contingent participates in the parade during India's 77th Republic Day celebrations in Kolkata, India, 26 January 2026. The Republic Day of India marks the adoption of the Constitution of India and the transition of the country to a republic on 26 January 1950. EPA/PIYAL ADHIKARY

epa12681902 The Indian Army march contingent participates in the parade during India's 77th Republic Day celebrations in Kolkata, India, 26 January 2026. The Republic Day of India marks the adoption of the Constitution of India and the transition of the country to a republic on 26 January 1950. EPA/PIYAL ADHIKARY

epa12681903 The Indian Army commandos participate in the parade during India's 77th Republic Day celebrations in Kolkata, India, 26 January 2026. The Republic Day of India marks the adoption of the Constitution of India and the transition of the country to a republic on 26 January 1950. EPA/PIYAL ADHIKARY