NDP 2027 to return to the Padang as Singapore marks 60 years of National Service
The Padang has hosted the National Day Parade for major milestones from the inaugural celebration in 1966 to Singapore's 60th year of independence in 2025.
The National Day Parade (NDP) will return to Singapore's iconic Padang next year to celebrate the country's 60th year of National Service (NS), Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing announced on Tuesday. The NDP has been held at the Padang since its inaugural celebration in 1966, marking major milestones in Singapore's history. Chan emphasized the need for each NDP to be unique and break new ground, as repeating the same formula would be easy.
The organising committee for NDP 2027 aims to plan something special, particularly for those who have served the country over the past 60 years. The Padang has been the venue for the NDP during Singapore's milestone years, including SG50 in 2015 and the 40th anniversary of Total Defence in 2023. This year's NDP moved to the National Stadium after a decade due to increased spectators and a larger stage, presenting new challenges for the organising team.
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