Uttar Pradesh: 'Wings Over Ganga' Air Show In Varanasi From October 22, Boat & Drone Restrictions Announced
Varanasi, October 21: The Yogi government has completed preparations for the ‘Wings Over Ganga’ air show, which will showcase the valour, courage and strategic capabilities of the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. The event, scheduled to be held in Varanasi on October 22, 24 and 25, is expected to draw 15 to 20 lakh people. On the concluding day, October 25, Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…
Varanasi will host the ‘Wings Over Ganga’ air show from October 22-25, drawing an estimated 15 to 20 lakh spectators. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and other dignitaries are expected to attend the event, which aims to showcase the Indian Army and Air Force's capabilities. The Uttar Pradesh Police will manage crowd control, traffic, and security, with 11,900 police personnel deployed across 79 temporary stations and 11 watchtowers.
The ghats are divided into zones with designated parking and entry routes, while police personnel guide spectators arriving via different modes. A comprehensive security plan includes anti-drone systems, watchtowers, metal detectors, and a five-kilometre prohibited drone zone around the ghats. Major hospitals and temporary facilities will treat emergency patients, and alternative routes will ensure crowd evacuation.
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