Key Points

The Indian Air Force's Surya Kiran team will perform breathtaking aerobatics over Patna's Ganga Path on April 22-23. The event marks Shaurya Diwas, commemorating freedom fighter Veer Kunwar Singh's 1857 rebellion against the British. Bihar CM Nitish Kumar will attend as chief guest, while BJP MP Rajeev Pratap Rudy announced a historic paragliding display featuring Kunwar Singh's portrait. The celebration highlights Bihar's pride in its revolutionary heritage.

Key Points: IAF Surya Kiran Team to Perform Aerobatics in Patna for Shaurya Diwas

  • Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team to perform at Ganga Path
  • Event honors 1857 rebellion hero Veer Kunwar Singh
  • Nitish Kumar to attend as chief guest
  • Akashganga paragliders to display Kunwar Singh's portrait
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Indian Air Force to perform aerobatics in Patna on April 22-23 to mark Shaurya Diwas

Indian Air Force's Surya Kiran aerobatic team to dazzle Patna skies on April 22-23, celebrating Veer Kunwar Singh's legacy on Shaurya Diwas.

"This time there will be paragliding with a huge portrait of Veer Kunwar Singh—never seen before in Bihar. – Rajeev Pratap Rudy"

Patna, April 22

The Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) of the Indian Air Force will perform aerobatics in Bihar's Patna on the banks of the river Ganga on April 22 and 23 to mark the Shaurya Diwas.

The air show will start at around 9.30 am on Tuesday at the Ganga Path, located on the banks of the river Ganga in Patna.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will be the chief guest of the show.

Shaurya Diwas is celebrated on April 23 in Bihar to honour the victory of freedom fighter Babu Veer Kunwar Singh over British forces. A key leader of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, Kunwar Singh played a prominent role in the uprising and hailed from the Bhojpur region of Bihar.

BJP MP Rajeev Pratap Rudy said that a team of Akashganga will paraglide in the sky with a huge portrait of Veer Kunwar Singh.

In a video posted on social media handle X, Rudy said, "This time there will be paragliding from the team of Akashganga with a huge portrait of Veer Kunwar Singh. This has never happened on the land of Bihar. We would like to express gratitude to the Bihar government and the people who are celebrating Shaurya Diwas with enthusiasm."

https://x.com/RajivPratapRudy/status/1914279287559266652

Veer Kunwar Singh was a legendary freedom fighter and one of the prominent leaders of the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Born in 1777 in Jagdispur, in the present-day Bhojpur district of Bihar, he belonged to a royal Rajput family. Kunwar Singh took up arms against the British East India Company and became a symbol of courage and resistance in the region.

Throughout the 1857 rebellion, Kunwar Singh led several successful battles against the British, using guerrilla warfare and strategic planning to outsmart a better-equipped enemy. Today, Veer Kunwar Singh is remembered not just for his military achievements but also for his unwavering commitment to the cause of India's freedom, earning him a lasting place among the nation's greatest patriots.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Wow! The Surya Kiran team never fails to amaze. Can't wait to see their stunts over the Ganga! 🇮🇳✈️ Proud moment for Bihar!
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Priya M.
Such a fitting tribute to Veer Kunwar Singh. The paragliding with his portrait sounds incredible! Hope someone posts videos.
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Amit S.
While I appreciate the celebration, I hope the organizers have proper safety measures in place. The Ganga Path can get very crowded.
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Neha T.
My grandfather used to tell stories about Kunwar Singh's bravery. This air show is such a creative way to honor our history. Taking my kids for sure!
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Sanjay P.
The timing seems a bit early at 9:30am. Wish it was later in the day when more working people could attend. Otherwise great initiative!
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Kavita R.
👏👏 More events like this please! Helps connect younger generations with our freedom struggle history. The Akashganga team addition is brilliant!

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