Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:10pm on 29 Jan 2026,Thursday India
The Beating Retreat Ceremony 2026 was held at Vijay Chowk, New Delhi, on January 29, marking the formal conclusion of India's Republic Day celebrations. The annual event showcased musical traditions of the Indian Armed Forces, featuring 30 presentations by massed bands from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Central Armed Police Forces. Dating back to the 17th century, Beating Retreat originated as a battlefield practice where drums signaled troops to retreat at sunset. President of India, the Supreme Commander of Armed Forces, attended the ceremony. PM Modi emphasized India's rich military legacy, while Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described it as a solemn tradition embodying discipline, unity, and national pride.
