(VOVworld) - India is celebrating its 68th Republic Day today, marking the anniversary of the day the country's Constitution was adopted in 1950, with the customary grand parade in the national capital.

India Celebrates 68th Republic Day (Source: VNA)

India's military strength and culture will be on display on colourful floats as a part of the annual parade at Rajpath in the heart of Delhi today. Prime Minister Narenda Modi, the Crown Prince of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the chief guest of honour were present at this year's Republic Day parade. A contingent of the UAE armed forces will march with the Indian armed forces at the Republic Day parade in Delhi. The Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, artistes and performers from across the country participate will also take part in parades in several parts of the country.