78th Army Day Parade In Jaipur: Indian Army Showcases Indigenous Might At Army Parade

On this special report, India Today’s Shivani Sharma provides live coverage of the 78th Army Day Parade held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The event, attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, marks the first time the parade is being hosted in the Pink City. Shivani Sharma highlights the display of indigenous military hardware, including the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers and the M777 Ultra Light Howitzer. She notes that the celebration carries immense significance as it features veterans and equipment from 'Operation Sindoor'. During the broadcast, Sharma quotes the Army Chief stating, 'Operation Sindoor is still ongoing', serving as a stern warning to adversaries. The parade showcases the transition towards 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' with a focus on quick reaction fighting vehicles and advanced drone jammers. The programme explores how moving the parade to different cities like Jaipur brings India’s military heritage and operational excellence directly to the citizens.