For the first time in the history of Republic Day parade, a foreign
contingent comprising 130 French soldiers will march down the Rajpath
along with the Indian troops in presence of French President Francoise
Hollande – who will be the chief guest this year.
mumbainewsworld
A
French contingent comprising 56 personnel of 35th Infantry Regiment of
7th Armoured Brigade is taking part in a joint counter-terrorism
exercise called ‘Shakti 2016’ with the Indian soldiers which began in
Rajasthan on Friday. The other French troops will arrive in the country
by January 16.
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The
35th Infantry Regiment’s origin dates back to its raising in 1604 at
Lorraine, France. The regiment has as many as 12 battle honours to its
credit. The battalion has varied combat experiences, having served in
Algeria, Africa, Iraq and Afghanistan, amongst other places.
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