Army mock drill before air show in Varanasi: A helicopter remained airborne near the Vivekananda Cruise, and a soldier disembarked using a rope.

Preparations have intensified for the proposed mega air show in Varanasi, India. The Indian Air Force and administration are working to strengthen security arrangements ahead of the event, which will take place on October 22, 24, and 25. As part of this effort, a mock drill was conducted at Ravidas Ghat using an army helicopter, practicing necessary procedures for handling emergencies. During the mock drill, the army helicopter stood at Ravidas Ghat, near the statue of Vivekananda.