President Droupadi Murmu’s Odisha visit: Air Force Helicopter rehearsal held at Fakir Mohan University

Preparations are in full swing for the visit of President Droupadi Murmu, who is scheduled to arrive at Fakir Mohan University on February 3. Ahead of the high-profile visit, a detailed air and carcade rehearsal was conducted at the university campus on Sunday to ensure smooth security and logistics arrangements. 

The rehearsal is part of advance preparations for the Indian President’s arrival and official engagements.

As part of the preparations, an Indian Air Force helicopter carried out a dress rehearsal at Fakir Mohan University. The helicopter was seen hovering in the airspace for some time before landing at the designated helipad within the campus. After remaining on the ground for nearly five minutes, the helicopter took off again. The exercise was aimed at testing landing procedures and overall coordination.

Exclusive visuals from the site showed the full landing process, highlighting the level of preparedness ahead of the President’s visit. Officials confirmed that rehearsals will continue through the day, with a final rehearsal scheduled for tomorrow.

Security and Carcade Arrangements

Alongside the air rehearsal, carcade movements were also practised to simulate the President’s route and convoy movement. According to officials, two helicopters will fly in formation, with President Murmu’s helicopter positioned at the centre, ensuring maximum security.

President’s Schedule

As per the itinerary, President Murmu will first visit Jajpur to seek blessings and darshan of Maa Biraja. She will then arrive at Fakir Mohan University at 12:45 pm. Lunch arrangements have been made, following which she will attend the convocation ceremony and inaugurate a new auditorium.

With extensive rehearsals and tight security measures underway, authorities are leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth and dignified visit by the President.