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Varanasi: An Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter landed in Khochwa village in Mirzamurad of Varanasi, on Friday as part of a security rehearsal and logistical trial ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ’s upcoming visit.
The PM is scheduled to arrive at Varanasi Airport on Oct 25. Around 12,000 security personnel have been deployed across the city, while nearly 100 aircraft, including Rafales, Chinooks and the Sarang aerobatic team, are participating in the showcase over Kashi. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Varanasi | Silver Rate in Varanasi | Bank Holidays in Varanasi | Public Holidays in Varanasi | Varanasi AQI | Weather in Varanasi | Petrol Price in Varanasi | Diesel Price in Varanasi | CNG Price in Varanasi | LPG Price in Varanasi Stay updated with the latest Varanasi news.
The trial coincides with the IAF’s three-day “Wings Over Ganga” aerial display over the Ganga from Oct 22 to 25. From there, he will travel by helicopter to Mirzamurad, where he will inaugurate a new Arvind Mills industrial unit. After the inauguration, Modi will return by helicopter to the Varanasi Police Lines and then proceed by road to Namo Ghat for the main event. Download the TOI App.