Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will attend the grand finale of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Air Force Day Aerial Display-2026 at Varanasi on Sunday to mark its 94th anniversary.
The aerial display, named ‘Wings Over Ganges’, will be held at Namo Ghat at around 1 pm. The event will also be attended by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
The display will feature some of the latest military planes of the country. It will include the indigenous Tejas fighter jet, Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand, Sukhoi Su-30MKI and Rafale fighter_planes. Transport planes will also be taking part and will showcase the coordination between the Indian Navy and Indian Army.
Varanasi Under Tight Security Ahead Of PM Modi’s Visit
Security arrangements have been tightened across the city ahead of Prime Minister’s visit. Police have been deployed at VVIP routes, the area where the event will be held and also key locations such as the Ganga ghats.
“Enough security has already been arranged. Drones and CCTV cameras will be used to keep a close watch,” said Varanasi Police Commissioner Mohit Agarwal.
Officials have been told to ensure tight security but also that people can move freely. The administration has also been working to ensure people can visit the Ganga ghats.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the preparations for the event in a meeting with officials at the Circuit House auditorium on Saturday and asked them not to put up too much barricading and ensure people can easily access the ghats.
The administration has also banned the killing and selling of meat within a 20-30 km radius of the event location from October 19 to 26.
PM Modi To Open New Garment Manufacturing Unit
Prime Minister Modi will also open a new garment manufacturing unit belonging to Arvind Limited in the Kachhwa area at around 11 am.
The unit is expected to boost the country’s textile and clothing manufacturing industry.
PM Modi is also expected to interact with around 300 women who have undergone training to manufacture garments, said Kashi BJP media in-charge Navaratan Rathi.