Chennai IAF Air Show Tragedy: How Overcrowding and Heat Led to a Deadly Disaster

What was meant to be a proud celebration of India’s Air Force (IAF) prowess turned into a devastating event at Chennai’s Marina Beach on Sunday, October 6. Five spectators tragically lost their lives, and over 100 others were hospitalised following the IAF’s air show, held to mark its 92nd anniversary. The sheer scale of the event—expected to draw 15 lakh spectators—coupled with overcrowding and scorching heat, resulted in a chaotic and deadly aftermath. A Spectacular Display Turns Deadly Thousands flocked to Marina Beach early in the morning to witness Chennai’s…