October 6, 2024. @sandeshT45 reported that during the Indian Air Force’s 92nd anniversary air show at Marina Beach in Chennai, India, a crowd of over 1.2 million surged toward exits, resulting in chaos and tragedy.

Day on October 8, 2024, at Chennai’s Marina Beach. The day commemorates the IAF's establishment in 1932 and recognizes the dedication of its personnel in safeguarding the nation's security. This year’s theme,

சென்னை மெரினா கடற்கரையில் நடைபெற்ற ராணுவ விமான சாகச நிகழ்ச்சியை காணவந்த பொதுமக்கள் கூட்ட நெரிசலால் அவதியுற்றதும், வெப்ப நிலையும் அதிகமாக இருந்த நிலையில் 5 பேர் உயிரிழந்த செய்தி மிகுந்த வருத்தமும் வேதனையும் அளிக்கிறது. சமாளிக்க முடியாத கூட்டங்கள், இனி கூடுவதையும் தவிர்க்க…

The show, to celebrate the air force’s 92nd anniversary, was held at a beach on a day where maximum temperatures touched 35 degrees Celsius.

At least five spectators died after visiting the Indian Air Force (IAF) air show in Chennai on Sunday, where many complained about huge crowds, heat and mismanagement. One man reportedly suffered a sunstroke while he was riding his bike after the show.

Chandramohan, a software engineer who attended the event and uses only one name, said there was no water supply at the function despite the "hot and humid" weather and he saw people fainting due to the heat and dehydration.

Celebrated on October 8 each year, Indian Air Force Day is celebrated to commemorate the establishment of the Indian Air Force in 1932. This day honors the courageous efforts of the IAF which plays a crucial role in defending India's skies,

The Indian Air Force's airshow will feature 72 aircraft originating from IAF bases in Sulur, Thanjavur, Tambaram, Arakkonam and Bengaluru, all converging over the East Coast.

A celebratory air show by the Indian Air Force at Chennai’s Marina Beach turned tragic as three spectators lost their lives

An air show was held on Sunday, October 6, at Chennai Marina Beach to mark the 92nd IAF (Indian Air Force) Day celebrations. More than 1.5 million people flocked to the beach in scorching heat to watch the show.