US President Obama takes part in India's annual Republic Day festivities

Video. US President Obama takes part in India's annual Republic Day festivities

US President Barack Obama on Monday (January 26) watched over a grand display of Indian military hardware, marching bands and elaborately dressed camels, becoming the first American leader to be honoured as chief guest at India’s annual Republic Day festivities. The event marks the anniversary of India’s democratic constitution taking force in 1950.

US President Barack Obama on Monday (January 26) watched over a grand display of Indian military hardware, marching bands and elaborately dressed camels, becoming the first American leader to be honoured as chief guest at India’s annual Republic Day festivities. The event marks the anniversary of India’s democratic constitution taking force in 1950.