There is so much to look forward to in Mumbai like the 24/7 open malls and theatres, the upcoming London-eye style Ferris Wheel and the latest being the ceremonial drill at the police headquarters of the city. Yes! Mumbai will soon have a Buckingham Palace like ceremonial drill at the police headquarters, which will be on the line of the famous Changing The Guard ceremony. This was announced by the Tourism Minister of Maharashtra, Aaditya Thackeray.
What’s In It?
The Maharashtra Tourism Minister, Aaditya Thackeray stated during an event organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) that the ceremony in Mumbai would be colourful and the Director-General of Police’s office would have the ceremonial drill similar to the one at Buckingham Palace. The government will also be allowing tourists to stroll through the headquarters of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. This is a heritage structure dating back to the colonial era.
What’s More?
Anil Deshmukh, the Home Minister stated that the ceremonial drill in Mumbai would be an exciting sight to behold for the public and it will be an added attraction for tourists, who visit areas like the Gateway of India and other parts of South Mumbai. Deshmukh further added that this idea was finalized with the Tourism Minister Aaditya Thackeray during a meeting after their visit to the DGP office. Did you know This Mumbai Girl Is India’s Fastest Female Drag Racer?
For those of you who don’t know, the Change of Guard ceremony at London’s Buckingham Palace is a vibrant, elaborate affair which lasts for 45 min on certain days of the week. It’s a must-see on every tourist’s itinerary. Now that Mumbai will have a similar parade with a police band, it will definitely be something to look forward to.