Archive · 22 Jan 2026
IAF Disappointed Over Nashik Air Show Fees
The Indian Air Force was upset because people had to pay to watch their air show in Nashik.
The IAF says they don't charge money for these shows.
The local government said the fee was for things like water, snacks, and keeping people safe.
The money will go to help soldiers.
Some people who used to be in the IAF also criticized the fee, saying it goes against the purpose of the show, which is to inspire young people.
The show featured cool airplane tricks and colorful smoke trails.
The show was a big hit with the crowd, who cheered and sang patriotic songs.
However, some people were disappointed because they couldn't see the show very well from where they were sitting.
The Indian Air Force expressed disappointment over fees being charged for the air show in Nashik.
The district administration collected fees ranging from Rs 200 to Rs 800 for amenities and crowd control.
The funds collected will be donated to the Maharashtra Sainik Welfare Department.
IAF veterans criticized the fee, stating it defeats the purpose of inspiring youth.
The air show featured the Suryakiran aerobatic team performing over the Gangapur dam, with breathtaking aerial maneuvers and patriotic displays.
- Who
- Indian Air Force (IAF), Nashik district administration, and attendees
- What
- Controversy over charging fees for the IAF air show in Nashik
- When
- January 22, 2024 (and scheduled for January 23, 2024)
- Where
- Gangapur dam, Nashik district
- Why
- For providing amenities, crowd control, and safety; funds to go to soldiers' welfare
Indian Air Force and Veterans
Nashik District Administration
Purpose of the Air Show
Indian Air Force and Veterans
The air show is meant to inspire youth and strengthen national pride without any monetary benefit.
Nashik District Administration
The fee is necessary for providing amenities, crowd control, and safety.
Use of Funds
Indian Air Force and Veterans
The funds collected should not be used for the air show as it defeats the purpose.
Nashik District Administration
The funds collected will be donated to the Maharashtra Sainik Welfare Department.
- Event
- Indian Air Force air show
- Location
- Gangapur dam, Nashik district
- Date
- January 22, 2024 (and scheduled for January 23, 2024)
- Fee Range
- Rs 200 to Rs 800
- Purpose of Fee
- Amenities, crowd control, and safety
- Beneficiary of Funds
- Maharashtra Sainik Welfare Department
- IAF's Stance
- No entry fee or monetary benefit
- Aerobatic Team
- Suryakiran Aerobatic Team