NSG shooters, mobile hit teams... It's all happening in Delhi
January 25, 2013 15:39
Delhi is geared up for Republic Day celebrations with a ground-to-air security apparatus put in place and authorities rushing through final touches for the event which showcases country's military might and cultural diversity.
Over 25,000 police personnel, including those from paramilitary and sharpshooters from the NSG, were already deployed across the city in the run-up to the celebrations, which will be attended by Bhutan king Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Snipers were deployed at high-rise buildings while over 150 CCTVs are keeping a tight vigil on people's movement between Rajpath and Red Fort, the route of the parade which showcases India's military might and cultural diversity.
Mobile hit teams, anti-aircraft guns and sharpshooters of the NSG are also on the job at various places while paramilitary and Delhi police commandos are keeping a close watch along the route of the eight-kilometre long Republic Day parade from Raisana Hills to Red Fort.
A multi-layer security ring has already been put in place at Rajpath, where President Pranab Mukherjee will unfurl the tricolour and take the salute of marching contingents.
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