The Ranchi District Administration has declared a ‘No Fly Zone’ near Army Ground in its cantonment area in view of the Indian Air Force Air Show under the jurisdiction of Namkum Police Station, on April 19 and 20, 2025, from 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM each day.
In accordance with directives issued by Ranchi Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate and keeping public safety in mind, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Ranchi, has declared the area a NO-FLY ZONE during the event.
The restriction includes the use of drones, paragliders, hot air balloons, and similar aerial activities in and around the venue.
Exercising powers under Section 163 of the BNS, the SDM has imposed a ban on any drone or airborne activities within a 200-meter radius of the Army Ground.
These restrictions will be strictly enforced from 6:00 AM on April 17 to 11:00 PM on April 20, 2025. Notably, this rule does not apply to equipment used by the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team, which will be performing during the show.
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Additionally, a temporary ban has been placed on the sale of meat and fish in the Namkum area for security reasons. This decision was made to prevent the attraction of birds that could pose a threat during the aerial display.
According to the Ranchi SDM’s notice, all meat and fish shops within a 200-meter radius of the Army Ground must remain closed from 6:00 AM on April 18 to 11:00 PM on April 20, 2025.
The air show, featuring stunts by the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team, is a high-profile event, and these precautionary steps have been taken to ensure the safety of both performers and spectators.
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