IN PICS: 'Beating the Retreat' ceremony at Vijay Chowk marked the end of 69th Republic Day celebrations

Held at the majestic Vijay Chowk, the event included a tribute piece for late Marshal of Indian Air Force Arjan Singh.(Image: Facebook/ PresidentOfIndia)

Several paramilitary bands, pipes and drums bands from regimental centres and battalions also enthralled the crowd, with a clear sky and relatively warm weather adding to the cheerful atmosphere.(Image: Facebook/ PresidentOfIndia)