Armed forces personnel marched in the full-dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day near Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, two days before the main ceremony. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Security and armed forces personnel conducted a full-dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day near Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, coordinating formations ahead of the 15 August event. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Indian Air Force personnel participated in the full-dress rehearsal ahead of 80th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
A contingent of Indian Air Force personnel rehearsed their ceremonial drill at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, two days before the 80th Independence Day main event. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Delhi Police personnel took part in the full-dress rehearsal ahead of 80th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, as part of the multi-agency security and ceremonial drill. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
NCC cadets participated in the full-dress rehearsal ahead of 80th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, showcasing precision drills before the national event. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
An Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopter showered flower petals over the area near Red Fort, New Delhi, during the full-dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day on 13 August 2026. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
The IAF Mi-17 helicopter's petal-shower pass near Red Fort on 13 August 2026 is a signature element of the 80th Independence Day full-dress rehearsal, previewing the aerial display set for 15 August 2026. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
NCC cadets held formation drills at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026 as part of the multi-force rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day ceremony on 15 August. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Young NCC cadets were among the multiple contingents that rehearsed at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, ahead of the 80th Independence Day parade on 15 August. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Tricolour balloons were released into the sky near Red Fort, New Delhi, during the full-dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day on 13 August 2026, adding a festive visual to the ceremonial drill. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Contingents from multiple armed forces assembled near Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026 for the full-dress rehearsal marking the countdown to the 80th Independence Day on 15 August. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Army and security personnel synchronised ceremonial formations near Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, ensuring precision ahead of the 80th Independence Day parade on 15 August. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Armed forces finalised their ceremonial drill near Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026 — just two days before India marks its 80th Independence Day on 15 August 2026. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Security arrangements around Red Fort, New Delhi, were rehearsed in detail on 13 August 2026, with Army, Delhi Police, and SPG personnel coordinating for the 80th Independence Day event. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)
Special Protection Group (SPG) personnel were deployed during the full-dress rehearsal at Red Fort, New Delhi, on 13 August 2026, ahead of the 80th Independence Day ceremony on 15 August. (Photo: NationPress/Prem Nath Pandey)