Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Thursday said the `Beating Retreat` ceremony, scheduled for Thursday evening, marks the formal conclusion of Republic Day celebrations and reflects the “strength of India`s rich military heritage.” In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi said the event highlights the traditions, discipline and valour of the Indian armed forces, who remain committed to safeguarding the nation. “This evening, the Beating Retreat ceremony will be held. It symbolises the conclusion of the Republic Day celebrations. In it, the strength of India`s rich military heritage will be displayed. We are extremely proud of our armed forces who are dedicated to the defence of the country,” he said. आज शाम बीटिंग रिट्रीट का आयोजन होगा। यह गणतंत्र दिवस समारोहों के समापन का प्रतीक है। इसमें भारत की समृद्ध सैन्य विरासत की शक्ति दिखाई देगी। देश की रक्षा में समर्पित अपने सशस्त्र बलों पर हमें अत्यंत गर्व है। एको बहूनामसि मन्य ईडिता विशं विशं युद्धाय सं शिशाधि। अकृत्तरुक्त्वया… pic.twitter.com/HtoYOI5VfK — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 29, 2026 Traditionally held at Vijay Chowk …