A meeting was convened today under the chairmanship of Sh. Nishant Kumar Yadav, Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh, to review and streamline the preparations for the upcoming Surya Kiran Air Aerobatic Team Civil Display scheduled to be held at Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh on 27th and 28th March 2026.
The meeting witnessed the participation of all key stakeholders, including senior officers from the Air Force, Police Department, Municipal Corporation, Health Department, Fire Services, along with representatives of other concerned departments and agencies.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the significance of the event as a major public attraction and a matter of prestige for the city. He stressed the need for meticulous planning, seamless inter-departmental coordination, and strict adherence to safety protocols to ensure the successful and incident-free conduct of the air show.
Detailed deliberations were held on critical aspects such as crowd management, traffic regulation, security arrangements, emergency response mechanisms, medical preparedness, sanitation, and public convenience. All concerned departments were directed to finalize their action plans within stipulated timelines and ensure adequate deployment of manpower and resources.
Special emphasis was laid on close coordination with the Air Force authorities for airspace management, technical arrangements, and rehearsals. The Police Department was instructed to prepare a comprehensive traffic and parking management plan to ensure smooth movement and minimize inconvenience to the general public.
To facilitate smooth public participation, it was informed that entry to the event will be through passes, which will be made available on the Chandigarh Tourism App from 24th March 2026 onwards on payment of Rs. 100/- per person. The venue capacity has been fixed at 10,000 persons per day.
In order to regulate traffic and avoid congestion near the venue, private vehicles will not be permitted in the vicinity of Sukhna Lake. A total of seven designated pick-up and drop points will be established across the city for the convenience of visitors.
The last pick-up timing will be 9:00 AM. Visitors have been advised to adhere to all safety guidelines. They are requested to carry only transparent water bottles, avoid bringing children below 3 years of age, and cooperate with authorities for security checks.
Adequate arrangements for drinking water and sanitation facilities will be ensured at the venue. The Deputy Commissioner further directed that wide public awareness be ensured through timely dissemination of information regarding the event schedule, entry protocols, and safety advisories.
Reiterating the importance of coordinated efforts, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized that all departments must work in close synergy and maintain constant communication to effectively address any contingencies and ensure the smooth conduct of the event.