India celebrates 77th Republic Day

NEW DELHI, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- The Indian government on Monday celebrated the country's 77th Republic Day amid tight and adequate security measures.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the national flag during a main function in New Delhi, following which the national anthem was played.

In accordance with tradition, a booming 21-gun salute was also presented to mark the beginning of a parade.