What was unique about the Presidential Gun Salute location this year?

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The Presidential Gun Salute and State Flag Flypast were conducted at Kallang Basin for the first time in Singapore's history.

This year's National Day Parade marked a significant departure from tradition by extending its ceremonial elements beyond the confines of the National Stadium. For the first time in the republic’s six-decade history, the Presidential Gun Salute and State Flag Flypast took place at Kallang Basin. This innovative approach aimed to bring the experience closer to a larger number of spectators gathered in the wider Kallang precinct.
Historic First at Kallang Basin
Previously, these significant national observances were confined to the National Stadium. The decision to move the Presidential Gun Salute and State Flag Flypast to Kallang Basin this year represents a historic first for Singapore's National Day celebrations. This shift allowed for a broader audience to witness these key moments of the parade.
Mobility Raft Deployment
The Presidential Gun Salute involved four 25-pounder Howitzer guns. These were mounted on a Mobility 3rd Generation (M3G) raft, which sailed around Kallang Basin. This unique deployment method facilitated the movement of the ceremonial artillery and enabled its visibility to spectators positioned around the basin.
Expanding Parade Accessibility
By conducting these events at Kallang Basin, the parade's reach was extended beyond the National Stadium. This allowed thousands more spectators, who were gathered across the wider Kallang precinct, to participate in and witness these integral parts of the National Day celebrations. The move underscored a desire to make the festivities more inclusive and accessible to a larger segment of the public.

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