Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Sunday, October 25, as part of his visit to his parliamentary constituency, where he inaugurated a new garment manufacturing
facility operated by Arvind Limited and is scheduled to attend the Indian Air Force (IAF) Day Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat.
The Prime Minister’s visit combines an industrial development programme with the IAF’s aerial display, titled Wings over Ganges, which will mark the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force.
PM Modi is scheduled to attend the event as the Chief Guest.
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Elaborate arrangements were made across Varanasi to welcome the Prime Minister, with the roadshow planned along a route from Police Lines through the Cultural Complex and Chowkaghat before reaching Namo Ghat.
The visit also features the participation of the Indian Air Force’s aerobatic and helicopter display teams, alongside a range of military aircraft expected to take part in the aerial showcase.
PM MODI INAUGURATES ARVIND LIMITED’S GARMENT FACILITY
During his visit, PM Modi inaugurated a new garment manufacturing facility of Arvind Limited in Varanasi, officials said, according to news agency PTI. The Prime Minister also interacted with women workers at the facility.
Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accompanied PM Modi during the inauguration.
According to an official statement cited by PTI, the facility focuses on modern manufacturing practices and is expected to generate employment opportunities, particularly for women, while contributing to the region’s economic progress.
The statement said the facility, which serves a global customer base, would help take garments manufactured in Varanasi to international markets.
It added that the initiative, led predominantly by women, reflected the government’s focus on women-led development.
The inauguration also highlights Uttar Pradesh’s growing role as a destination for industrial investment and manufacturing-led growth, the statement said.
‘WINGS OVER GANGES’: IAF AERIAL DISPLAY AT NAMO GHAT
PM Modi is also scheduled to attend the IAF Day Aerial Display-2026 at Namo Ghat, where the Indian Air Force will mark its 94th anniversary under the theme Wings over Ganges.
According to ANI, the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) took to the skies over Varanasi on Sunday ahead of the event. The Surya Kiran team and the Sarang Helicopter Display Team are among the formations scheduled to participate in the aerial display.
The showcase is expected to feature a wide range of aircraft, including the Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand, IL-76, IL-78, C-295 and AN-32. Frontline fighter aircraft such as the SU-30MKI and Rafale are also expected to participate.
Aircraft from the Indian Navy and the Indian Army are expected to join the display, highlighting jointness in military operations, ANI reported.
The event is set to bring together aerobatic performances, helicopter displays and military aircraft demonstrations over the Ganga, with Namo Ghat serving as the venue.
MULTI-POINT WELCOME PLANNED ACROSS VARANASI
Preparations for PM Modi’s visit included a multi-point reception across the city, with members of Generation Z in Kashi planning to shower rose petals as part of the welcome arrangements, ANI reported.
The Prime Minister was scheduled to arrive in Varanasi on October 25 and travel to Arvind Mills by an Army helicopter.
His roadshow route was planned from Police Lines through the Cultural Complex and Chowkaghat before reaching Namo Ghat for the IAF aerial display.
Ahead of the visit, arrangements were discussed at a meeting held on Saturday at the BJP metropolitan office in Gulab Bagh under the leadership of BJP National Minister Jagdish Patel.
Patel said it was a matter of pride for the people of Kashi that PM Modi represents the constituency in Parliament. Referring to the aircraft scheduled to participate in the aerial display, he highlighted the presence of fighter jets such as the Rafale and Sukhoi.
“The Sarang helicopter is captivating the people with its acrobatics. To express our gratitude to our PM, we must give him a grand welcome,” Patel said, urging organisational officials to bring their Generals along to welcome the Prime Minister, ANI reported.
Ramesh Singh, in-charge of the Kashi region, said the city was being decorated and responsibilities had been assigned to officials from booths and divisions across the region.
