India Republic Day 2015: Highlights Of The Republic Day Parade Attended By Barack Obama [PHOTOS]

India’s 66th Republic Day, which was celebrated Monday in New Delhi, was marked by several landmark events, including the first time that an American president was invited as chief guest at the annual event.

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle were present at the two-hour long parade, which typically showcases the country's military might as well as its diversity.

All-woman contingent march:

The year marked the first time ever that an all-woman contingent from the Army, Navy and Air Force marched in the Republic Day parade.

Barack Obama, first U.S. president to be the chief guest:

The president and the first lady arrived at the event in their own vehicle, dubbed the "Beast," on Monday, which was marked by showers, and in a deviation from standard practice, the chief guests were not accompanied by India’s President Pranab Mukherjee.

India's newest state, Telangana, debuts:

India's newest state, Telangana, made its debut in the Republic Day parade, displaying the state's illustrious festival "Bonalu."

And here are a few more photos of the event: