Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a massive roadshow in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, where he was greeted with overwhelming enthusiasm by thousands of residents and party workers who lined the streets to welcome him.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated Arvind Limited’s new garment manufacturing facility in Varanasi, highlighting the region’s potential for industrial investment, manufacturing-led growth and women-led development.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Varanasi ahead of his scheduled participation in the aerial display. The predominantly women-led initiative also reflects a focus on women’s participation in the workforce and the promotion of women-led development. The facility is expected to contribute to industrial growth in the region while creating opportunities in garment manufacturing. He also described Varanasi as a symbol of a strong, self-reliant and resurgent India. A warm welcome to Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji to Varanasi, who will grace the occasion with his presence. Varanasi showcases the spirit of a strong, self-reliant and resurgent New India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the event as the Chief Guest.
The inauguration comes as Varanasi prepares to welcome the Prime Minister during his visit to his parliamentary constituency, where he is also scheduled to attend the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) aerial display, ‘Wings Over Ganges’, marking 94 years of the force. In a post on X, the Defence Minister wrote, “Kashi is set to witness the valour and might of the Indian Air Force at ‘Wings Over Ganges’, celebrating 94 glorious years of the IAF. Meanwhile, the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) took to the skies over Varanasi ahead of the IAF Day Aerial Display-2026, scheduled to be held at Namo Ghat as part of the 94th Indian Air Force Day celebrations.
Highlighting the significance of the event, Rajnath Singh said the aerial display would showcase the valour and might of the Indian Air Force.
