New Delhi, Jan 26 || Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the 77th Republic Day celebrations by paying homage to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Monday.
Upon his arrival, he was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
In a solemn ceremony, PM Modi laid a wreath at the memorial, leading the nation in honouring the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country.
The Inter-Services Guards, made up of one officer and 21 inner guards (seven from each service), observed the traditions of 'Salami Shastra' followed by 'Shok Shastra' to pay their respects.
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi, Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, and Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi were also present.
Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth was also present during the wreath-laying ceremony.