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<\/p>\nTFP Bureau, Raipur, November 5, 2025: The skies above Sendh Reservoir in Nava Raipur turned into a grand canvas of patriotism and pride on Tuesday as the Indian Air Force\u2019s elite Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team staged a stunning air show to mark the 25th anniversary of Chhattisgarh\u2019s statehood. The spectacle, filled with color, thunder, and flawless precision, left thousands of spectators spellbound.<\/p>\n
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, Governor Ramen Deka, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh, along with cabinet ministers and thousands of citizens, watched as the jets streaked across the sky in mesmerizing formations. The event encapsulated the spirit of the Silver Jubilee celebrations \u2014 a tribute to Chhattisgarh\u2019s progress and India\u2019s aerial excellence.<\/p>\n
As the aircrafts soared over the glistening waters of Sendh Reservoir, the Surya Kiran team executed daring maneuvers that painted the sky with the Indian tricolor. The synchronized formations drew loud cheers of \u201cBharat Mata Ki Jai\u201d from the enthusiastic crowd. Adding a deeply emotional moment, Squadron Leader Gaurav Patel \u2014 a native of Chhattisgarh \u2014 saluted his home state from the cockpit with the words \u201cJai Johar\u201d and \u201cChhattisgarhiya Sabse Badhiya,\u201d stirring a wave of pride among the spectators.<\/p>\n
From dazzling loops to diamond and heart formations, the precision and grace of the Surya Kiran team held the audience captive. The one-hour show highlighted the Indian Air Force\u2019s discipline, teamwork, and technical mastery. Under the leadership of Wing Commander A.V. Singh, helicopter units One-F-9 and One-F-8 demonstrated intricate sky-operation maneuvers. In a thrilling segment, 14 Garud Commandos rappelled down from hovering \u201cAdidev\u201d helicopters just 15 meters above the ground, while others performed mid-air operations simulating rescue and combat missions \u2014 drawing thunderous applause.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thefrontpage24.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/4796e9c8-ce73-4297-8890-3cb8c57cbe94-1024x682.jpeg\")
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The crowd\u2019s excitement peaked when nine Hawk Mk-132 aircraft created a heart formation to commemorate Chhattisgarh\u2019s 25th Foundation Day. This was followed by a DNA formation in tricolor hues \u2014 symbolizing India\u2019s unity and shared destiny \u2014 and a 360-degree roll dedicated to the youth of India. Cameras and mobile phones filled the air as onlookers captured every breathtaking moment of the aerial ballet.<\/p>\n
Among the dignitaries present were Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, Agriculture Minister Ramvichar Netam, Forest and Climate Change Minister Kedar Kashyap, Food Minister Dayal Das Baghel, Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, Revenue Minister Tankram Verma, Finance Minister O.P. Choudhary, Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade, Skill Development Minister Guru Khushwant Saheb, and Member of Parliament Brijmohan Agrawal.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thefrontpage24.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/e1042274-9303-4ea3-b4af-a74f399fed44-1024x681.jpeg\")
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Flight Lieutenant Kanwal Sandhu, serving as the live commentator, narrated the aerial maneuvers, offering insights into the technical precision and rigorous training that go into every performance. He highlighted how each pilot\u2019s split-second timing and coordination exemplify the Indian Air Force\u2019s unmatched professionalism.<\/p>\n
Formed in 1996, the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team \u2014 Asia\u2019s only nine-aircraft formation aerobatic squadron \u2014 operates India\u2019s indigenously built HAL Hawk Mk-132 jets. With 13 pilots, engineering officers, and a medical team, the unit has performed over 700 shows across India and abroad, representing the country in nations including China, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Singapore, and the UAE.<\/p>\n
The Surya Kiran team\u2019s mission extends beyond spectacle \u2014 it seeks to inspire India\u2019s youth to serve the nation with honor and valor. Each maneuver performed over Nava Raipur\u2019s skies was a salute to courage, unity, and discipline \u2014 values that define both the Indian Air Force and the people of Chhattisgarh.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thefrontpage24.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/318ef7dd-530e-4799-b014-c636e37becaa-1024x682.jpeg\")
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For the thousands gathered by the Sendh Reservoir, the air show was more than an exhibition of flying skill. It was a moment of collective pride \u2014 a soaring symbol of Chhattisgarh\u2019s silver jubilee and India\u2019s indomitable spirit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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