Beating Retreat 2026: A Melody Carried by Duty and Love for Bharat
Along with protecting the borders of the country India s soldiers carry within them a wealth of talent that often remains unseen On the evening of January at the historic Vijay Chowk in New Delhi that hidden artistry came alive in unforgettable fashion The Beating Retreat ceremony marking the conclusion of the th Republic Day celebrations witnessed the Indian Armed Forces step beyond martial tunes and patriotic marches to embrace classical Indian music creating a moment that was as moving as it was memorable What unfolded was not just a military ceremony but a cultural symphony one that reminded the nation that its defenders are also torchbearers of India s artistic soul A Tradition Reimagined with an Indian SoulTraditionally the Beating Retreat ceremony showcases martial music disciplined formations and solemn military traditions This year however the ceremony struck a deeper emotional chord Bands from the Indian Army Navy and Air