The Border Security Force (BSF) dog squad, featuring Indian breeds Rampur Hound and Mudhol Hound, demonstrated their operational skills during the full dress rehearsal parade at the Statue of Unity on Wednesday. The rehearsal is part of preparations for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on October 31, marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Leading the squad is "Riya", a Mudhol Hound who secured first place at the All India Police Dog Competition.
The 150th birth anniversary of the Iron Man and architect of a united India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, will be celebrated on October 31 at the Statue of Unity as "Rashtriya Ekta Diwas" in Ekta Nagar, reflecting the spirit of "Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat".
Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary is celebrated across India as National Unity Day.
The parade will be led by nearly 100 members of the Heralding Team, dressed in vibrant uniforms and playing a range of musical instruments. 16 medal-winning valiant soldiers from BSF's Operation SINDOOR and five Shaurya Chakra awardees from CRPF will also take part in the parade, riding in an open jeep. The Parade will also feature 9 band contingents performing patriotic melodies.
The Indian Air Force will present a flypast under 'Operation Surya Kiran'. There will be a joint rifle drill by women personnel of CRPF and Gujarat Police, a 'Hell March' by NSG, a motorcycle daredevil show by Assam Police, a dog show featuring Indian breeds by BSF, a traditional martial art display by women personnel of CISF and ITBP, a band display by SSB, and participation by NCC.
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