Posted 2/4/2024, 10:44:17 PM
Presidential Buggy Returns to Republic Day Parade After 40 Years with President Murmu and French President Macron
- After 40 years, the Presidential buggy made a return in the Republic Day parade with President Murmu and French President Macron riding it.
- The buggy had replaced the limousines used after PM Indira Gandhi's assassination over security concerns.
- In preparation, the 120-year-old buggy was refurbished, 6 horses were brought in, and practice runs were conducted.
- President Macron expressed his pleasure at the buggy ride at the state banquet.
- The gold buggy was retained by India after a coin toss during Partition to decide between the Indian and Pakistani governors' buggies.