The 68th Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk saw 16 military bands, and 16 pipes and drums bands from regimental centres and battalions across the country enthralling the crowd.
Here are the best pictures from the ceremonial event that marked the end of the 68th Republic Day celebration:
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