Varanasi, Oct 22: The Uttar Pradesh administration has finalized extensive operational arrangements for the upcoming ‘Wings Over Ganga’ air show in Varanasi, scheduled for October 22, 24, and 25 to mark the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force.
Official statements maintained that the three-day event would showcase the strategic capabilities and aerial prowess of the armed forces, with spectator attendance projected to reach 15 to 20 lakh people.
Dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Governor Anandiben Patel, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are expected to attend the concluding displays on October 25.
Varanasi Police Commissioner Mohit Agrawal affirmed that ground security, crowd control, and traffic management would be handled by a dedicated deployment of 11,900 police personnel across 79 temporary police stations.
Authorities declared that specialized teams—including the Anti-Terrorist Squad, National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, and anti-drone units—would maintain round-the-clock surveillance.
Furthermore, comprehensive health logistics have been established, featuring 100 ambulances, eight temporary field hospitals, and three dedicated green corridors connecting major medical facilities.
