The roar of the Rafale drew all eyes skyward as the much-awaited three-day aerial display opened at Namo Ghat on Thursday. Spectators were thrilled by a spectacular demonstration of precision and daring maneuvers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Union defence minister Rajnath Singh and chief minister Yogi Adityanath is likely to attend the concluding show on October 25.
The air show, themed “Wings over the Ganges,” commemorates the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF). “The aerial display featured 25 formations, including Kashi Varuna, Kedar, Hanuman, Omkar, Rudra Bhagirathi, Tridev, Alaknanda, Bhairav, Kailash, Natraj, Vishwanath, and Prachanda,” said Wg Cdr Debartho Dhar, PRO and spokesperson for the ministry of defence in Prayagraj.
We didn’t expect to watch the air show in Kashi with such ease. Seeing the fighter jets filled us with pride. The Yogi government made excellent arrangements for senior citizens, allowing us to enjoy the show without difficulty. Attendee Suman remarked, “When the roar of fighter jets echoes through the sky, one truly realises the nation’s strength. Chants of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ are everywhere. Thanks to Prime Minister Modi and chief minister Adityanath, we are enjoying this memorable experience. Seeing this display has inspired me to join the Indian Air Force and serve the country.”
Attendees Shweta Poddar and Asha Agarwal shared, “I am 76, and I attended with a family member.
Student Om Singh Ravani said, “The air show was incredibly thrilling.
