Details of the marching and parade routes

On the evening of April 25th, the central area of ​​Ho Chi Minh City, especially Le Duan Street (District 1), became bustling and lively as thousands of people from all over flocked there to watch the rehearsal of the State-level military parade and procession commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025).

From early afternoon, the intersection of Le Duan and Cong Xa Paris streets was packed with people waiting, many carrying national flags, banners, and wearing red and yellow outfits. A festive atmosphere permeated every street, blending with the excitement and pride of the people as they witnessed one of the key events during the country's major holiday.

Despite the rather hot afternoon weather, people eagerly arrived early to find seats to watch the parade.

Everyone was eagerly waiting to watch the parade.

In response to the large influx of people, the Ho Chi Minh City Police proactively coordinated with other functional forces to quickly implement plans to ensure security, order, and traffic safety. Numerous checkpoints and guidance points were set up at key intersections. Officers on duty were continuously on duty to regulate traffic, guide people, and prevent congestion, crowding, or pushing.

Traffic police were present in the city center to regulate traffic.

To ensure smooth rehearsal, Ho Chi Minh City announced a traffic ban and parking restrictions for all vehicles and non-essential personnel on several key routes from 5:30 PM on April 25th to 1:00 AM on April 26th. The traffic diversion and road closures were implemented effectively and flexibly, contributing to maintaining absolute safety in the event area.

Police officers are directing people in the area where the parade will take place.

The rehearsal involved 48 units from the Army, Police, Militia, mass organizations, and cultural and artistic groups… Prior to this, the program underwent two comprehensive training sessions on the nights of April 18th and 22nd, aiming to perfect techniques, formations, and synchronize each stage.

Many locals lined the streets early to watch the parade.

Ho Chi Minh City police also issued several recommendations to the public, urging them to limit the use of private vehicles, prioritize buses, and travel in groups for mutual support and to avoid traffic congestion. People were reminded to wear neat and polite clothing, and bring necessary items such as drinking water, fans, and light jackets to ensure their health and the solemnity of the ceremony.

The children came with their relatives to watch the parade.

In addition, authorities continuously used loudspeakers to remind people to follow instructions, avoid crowding, maintain general hygiene, and carefully safeguard their belongings. All of this was aimed at ensuring maximum safety for attendees and creating a positive and civilized image in the eyes of international friends.

The children arrived early to watch the parade.

In particular, tonight, Brigade 96 will use live 105mm ceremonial artillery at Bach Dang Wharf for the first time during the rehearsal, creating an impressive highlight for the program.

The police force brought drums to prepare for the parade and march.

An atmosphere of heroism, order, safety, and overflowing patriotism is what the people of Ho Chi Minh City and tourists witnessed during the rehearsal night on April 25th – an important prelude to the historic April 30th celebration.

The young women smiled as they participated in the parade.

Details of the marching formations' routes:

Direction 1: Women's Military Band, Officers representing the 5 branches of the armed forces, Liberation Army soldiers, Army officers, Navy officers, Air Defense - Air Force officers, Border Guard officers.

Direction 2: Coast Guard Officers' Bloc, Logistics and Technical Officers' Bloc, Female Information Officers' Bloc, Female Medical Officers' Bloc, Electronic Warfare Soldiers' Bloc, Cyber ​​Warfare Forces Bloc, Vietnamese Female Peacekeeping Forces Bloc.

Direction 3: Army Soldiers' Unit, Tank and Armored Vehicle Soldiers' Unit, Special Forces Soldiers' Unit, Female Commando Soldiers' Unit, Paratrooper Special Forces Soldiers' Unit, Male Maritime Militia Unit, Southern Female Guerrilla Unit, Northern Female Militia Unit.

Authorities installed security checkpoints at the parade ground.

Direction 4: People's Public Security Officers, People's Police Officers, Fire and Rescue Police Officers, People's Public Security Air Force Officers, Female Traffic Police Officers, Ho Chi Minh City Police Officers, United Nations Peacekeeping Police Officers, Mobile Police Officers, Female Special Forces Police Officers, Mobile Police Reserve Combat Units, Local Security and Order Protection Units, Mounted Mobile Police Units.

Source: https://cand.com.vn/Giao-thong/chi-tiet-huong-di-cua-cac-khoi-dieu-binh-dieu-hanh--i766404/