Pune: Women Cadets, Sarang Air Show to Highlight NDA’s Landmark 150th Passing Out Parade
Reported by Mubarak Ansari
Khadakwasla, 27th May 2026: Sarang Helicopter Display Team is set to mesmerize audiences with a spectacular aerial display over the iconic National Defence Academy (NDA) as part of the celebrations for the Passing Out Parade of the historic 150th Course of the Academy. The event assumes special significance as it features the third graduating batch of women cadets from the NDA, marking another milestone in the journey of gender integration in the Armed Forces.
Recognised as the alma mater of the future leaders of the Indian Armed Forces, the NDA has produced generations of brave officers who have served the nation with distinction across the Army, Navy and Air Force. Against this backdrop of military tradition and excellence, the Sarang team will showcase breathtaking formation flying, aerial precision and masterful manoeuvres with their brightly painted helicopters, adding grandeur and pride to the landmark occasion.
The Sarang team, regarded as the brand ambassadors of the Indian Air Force, has earned acclaim through its rich legacy of spectacular performances in India and abroad. The team made its international debut at the Asian Aerospace Show in Singapore in 2004 and has since carried out more than 1,200 displays across over 390 venues worldwide, enthralling audiences with professionalism, precision and skill.
The team operates the indigenously designed and developed Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv, manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. An all-weather, multi-mission capable helicopter, the ALH Dhruv reflects India’s growing aerospace capability and embodies the spirit of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. Sarang flies the highly manoeuvrable ALH Mk I variant, proudly showcasing indigenous aviation excellence on the national stage.
The Team will perform over the Iconic Sudan Block and Salaria square on 29th May 26 from 1230 hrs onwards.
