‘Guest of Honour’ President Kovind attends Victory Day Parade as Bangladesh marks 50 years of win over Pakistan
The Hindu
President Kovind also presented a replica of the 1971-era MIG 21 aircraft to his counterpart Abdul Hamid to commemorate the joint sacrifices made by the armed forces of India and Bangladesh.
President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday attended the Victory Day Parade as the "Guest of Honour" here as Bangladesh marks 50 years of victory in the Liberation War against Pakistan by showcasing its military might which included spectacular aerobatics and display of defence acquisitions.
A 122-member strong tri services contingent from India also took part in the parade watched by Bangladesh President M. Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, as well as ministers, diplomats and other dignitaries at the National Parade Ground.
The Indian contingent drew loud cheers from the crowd as it marched past with the announcer acknowledging India's contributions to Bangladesh's Liberation War of 1971.