Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attended the Indian Air Force’s air show ‘Wings over Ganges’ at Namo Ghat in Varanasi and witnessed a display of aerial manoeuvres by the IAF’s premier display teams.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accompanied PM Modi on the final day of the three-day air show held to commemorate the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force. The show features fighter aircraft, including the Sukhoi-30 MKI, indigenous Tejas and LCH Prachand, along with helicopter displays, according to Air Force officials.
PM Modi’s presence at the event generated considerable enthusiasm among residents, with large numbers of people gathering along the route from the police lines to Namo Ghat to welcome the prime minister. “It is a memorable experience to watch the Indian Air Force’s air show at Namo Ghat in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Such displays could inspire young people to join the Indian Air Force, he added. Tight security arrangements are in place at all major locations, including the Ganga ghats.
During the visit, the prime minister also interacted with around 300 women. Earlier reporting noted: PM Narendra Modi, Rajnath Singh to attend Air Force Day show in Varanasi today; security up along ghats, VVIP routes Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday will attend the final day of the Air Force Day Aerial Display-2026 in Varanasi to commemorate the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF), officials said.
The spirituality of Kashi, combined with the might of fighter aircraft in the sky, fills us with pride,” he said. He said watching the event alongside PM Modi, who represents Varanasi in Parliament, had made the experience particularly memorable. Officials said the facility aims to promote industrial development in the region and strengthen India’s textile and garment manufacturing sector. Aircraft from the Indian Navy and the Indian Army will also participate, showcasing jointness in operations, the officials said.
Earlier reporting noted: The event titled ‘Wings over Ganges’ will be held at around 1pm at Namo Ghat and also be attended by Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Earlier reporting noted: The aerial display will feature aircraft including the Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand, SU-30MKI and Rafale, along with transport aircraft.
