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Guwahati, Oct 30 (IANS) The Indian Air Force (IAF) is all set to enthrall the people of the Northeast with a grand aerial display over the majestic Brahmaputra river at Lachit Ghat here early next month, part of the 93rd anniversary celebrations of the Indian Air Force. Officials gave this information on Thursday.
Defense spokesperson Lt Col Mahendra Rawat said preparations for the mega event are in full swing, with participating aircraft and demonstration teams already reaching Guwahati to carry out rehearsals and coordination activities ahead of the much-awaited showcase.
He said the flying display would be conducted from 11 am to 2 pm on November 5 and 6 and again on November 8 and 9 from both the north and south banks of the Brahmaputra.
The event will provide citizens a rare opportunity to witness a breathtaking aerial view involving a variety of aircraft – including indigenously built Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Rafale and Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) along with other frontline platforms of the Indian Air Force.
The spokesperson said that the theme of this year’s Air Force Day celebrations is “Ashrekh, Abhishek Aur Preksha – Asakhar, Abhishek Vat Prekash”, symbolizing the Indian Air Force’s unwavering commitment towards operational excellence, resiliency and precision in every mission.
He said that the event will pay tribute to the glorious heritage of the Indian Air Force and also inspire the youth of the region to pursue a career in the Indian Air Force and contribute to the growth and security of the country.
It is expected that IAF Flying Display-2025 will attract significant public attention from across the North Eastern States.
The northeastern region of India consists of eight states.
These states are Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim, which was officially included as the eighth state of the North-East in 2002.
Lt Col Rawat said more details regarding viewing arrangements, traffic advisories and access routes will be shared closer to the event through official IAF social media handles and local media platforms.
–IANS
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