VARANASI, Oct. 21 -- Around 100 aircraft, including frontline fighters Rafale and SU-30MKI, will take to the skies over the Ganga as a three-day Indian Air Force (IAF) aerial display begins here at Namo Ghat from Thursday, with further shows scheduled for October Saturday and Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the final day's event alongside Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath.

Titled 'Indian Air Force Aerial Display 2026', the event will be held under the theme 'Wings Over Ganges' to mark the IAF's 94 years of service. It will showcase the force's combat capabilities, advanced technology and flying skills.

The display will feature 52 fighter aircraft, 15 transport aircraft, 32 helicopters and one herit...