Independence Day parade rehearsal ends: India readies itself to celebrate 70 years of freedom

FP Staff August 13, 2017, 16:24:17 IST

Rehearsal for the 71st Independence Day has is going on in full swing at Red Fort in New Delhi

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Security personnel perform a drill to evacuate wounded from the ramparts of Red Fort monument during the rehearsal for Independence Day celebrations. Rehearsal for the 71st Independence Day concluded on Sunday. AP

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First phase of the practice was held on Friday afternoon with over 40 troops participating including various personnel of police, jawans and students. Second phase of the drill was held on Saturday afternoon, while the final rehearsal was held on Sunday morning. AP

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Students from various schools and colleges would also participate in the march-past and cultural show scheduled for the day on Gandhi ground. AP

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Ahead of Independence Day on Tuesday, security arrangements have been heightened around the national capital this week. AP

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