Heroic parade, marching on the 30-4 Grand Festival

At 6:30 a.m. on April 30, 2025, the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025) will take place. The ceremony will be held on Le Duan Street (District 1) and some central streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

13,000 people marching together

At the same time, a national parade to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day will also be held. The parade will be attended by 34 units of the Army, Militia and Public Security. In addition, the Army units of Laos, Cambodia and China will also participate.

The parade had the participation of 12 mass groups. Specifically: Group honoring heroes of the People's Armed Forces, typical historical witnesses; Vietnam Fatherland Front; Veterans; Former Youth Volunteers; Workers, Farmers; Intellectuals; Businessmen; Overseas Vietnamese; Women; Children and Youth; Culture - Sports .

Starting at 6:30 a.m. on April 30, the forces will depart from the intersection of Le Duan - Nguyen Binh Khiem, moving through the main stage in front of the Reunification Hall. At the end of this schedule, the forces will split into 4 directions to move to the assembly point.

Vietnam Women's Peacekeeping Unit during the rehearsal and parade night on April 22. Photo: HOANG TRIEU

For the 34 parade blocks, direction 1: after passing the Reunification Hall, turn left and follow Nam Ky Khoi Nghia - Le Loi - Nguyen Hue street. Then, go to the assembly point at Ben Bach Dang park.

Direction 2: After passing the Reunification Hall, turn left onto Nam Ky Khoi Nghia - Le Loi - Le Lai - Cach Mang Thang Tam street. Then, gather at Tao Dan park.

Direction 3: After passing the Reunification Hall, turn right onto Nam Ky Khoi Nghia - Nguyen Dinh Chieu - Dinh Tien Hoang street. Then, gather at Hoa Lu Stadium.

Direction 4: After passing the Reunification Hall, turn right onto Nam Ky Khoi Nghia - Dien Bien Phu - Hai Ba Trung street. Then, gather at Le Van Tam Park.

Meanwhile, the 12 mass marching groups, after passing through the Reunification Hall, will go straight through the main gate, then through the side gate to the assembly point at Tao Dan Park.

A total of 46 blocks with about 13,000 people participated in the parade and march in the heroic event on the morning of April 30. Today, April 25, is expected to hold a preliminary rehearsal of the state parade and march (starting at 7 p.m.). Then, on April 27, there will be a general rehearsal of the state parade and march (from 7 a.m.).

so proud

This is the third time Captain Nguyen Thi Ben (Vietnam Women's Peacekeeping Unit) has participated in the parade. The first time she participated was 10 years ago, on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2015); the most recent time was at the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - May 7, 2024). "Every time I participate in the parade, I have the same feeling of honor, pride but also nervousness" - she expressed.

The female captain said she could never forget the moment she walked in unison with her teammates. The streets were lined with flags and flowers, and people were waving and cheering.

"It is the happiness of living in a peaceful and free country; the close relationship between the army and the people; the strength of solidarity of the Vietnamese people; the boundless patriotism of each citizen. I was overwhelmed with emotion when I walked in the hearts of the people" - Captain Ben was moved.

Ms. Le Nguyen Uyen Thinh (HCMC Academy of Officials) also said that she was very proud to wear the youth uniform and march in the parade of the Vietnam Fatherland Front. According to her, besides the pride, participating in the parade is also a great responsibility.

"We are aware that this is a major event for the country, so we must practice and prepare as carefully and seriously as possible. This is an opportunity for everyone to express their love and pride for their homeland and country," Ms. Thinh confided.

Meanwhile, Mr. Mohamed Zakir Husain (Cham ethnic group), member of the Ho Chi Minh City Fatherland Front Committee, said that participating in the parade is a way to always remember the years of arduous struggle of the nation. Every time he practices, he is very emotional.

"The soldiers guided our group to perform in the most beautiful way, to best demonstrate the strength of the great national unity. Despite the hard training, especially on sunny days, everyone was excited. This is an unforgettable memory in the lives of each of our people," emphasized Mr. Mohamed Zakir Husain.

Details of the parade route

Direction 1: Female Military Band Block, 5-Army Representative Officer Block, Liberation Army Soldier Block, Army Officer Block, Navy Officer Block, Air Defense - Air Force Officer Block, Border Guard Officer Block.

Direction 2: Coast Guard Officers, Logistics - Technical Officers, Female Information Officers, Female Medical Officers, Electronic Warfare Soldiers, Cyberspace Warfare Forces, and Vietnamese Female Peacekeepers.

Direction 3: Army Soldiers, Tank - Armored Soldiers, Special Forces Soldiers, Female Commando Soldiers, Airborne Special Forces Soldiers, Male Marine Militia, Southern Female Guerrilla, Northern Female Militia.

Direction 4: People's Public Security Officers, People's Police Officers, Fire Prevention 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, Special Forces Female Police Officers, Mobile Police Reserve Combat Soldiers, Grassroots Security and Order Protection, Cavalry Mobile Police Officers.

What should people pay attention to?

Ho Chi Minh City Police recommends that people who come to watch the parade on the morning of April 30 limit their personal vehicles, prioritize public transportation, and travel in groups to support each other. People should wear neat, formal clothes that are appropriate for the ceremony; bring necessary items such as hats, drinking water, fans, tissues, etc.

When watching parades and processions, people must follow the instructions of the authorities; do not jostle, push, or cause disorder; keep personal belongings and the public environment clean...

Source NLDO

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