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Woman officer leads guard of honour for Obama
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Woman officer leads guard of honour for Obama

 Wing Commander Puja Thakur led the ceremonial guard of honour for US President Barack Obama at  Rashtrapati Bhavan Sunday.

 
 Wing Commander Thakur walked Obama for the inspection of the tri-service guard of honour. This comes as 'nari shakti' (woman power) is the theme for Republic Day parade this year where Obama is the chief guest.
 
 This Jan 26 will also be the first time when women contingents of the army, air force and navy will walk down the Rajpath.
 

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