Prior to 9 Aug, we will be reaching out to all Singaporeans through the #TogetherAsOneSG effort to include all Singaporeans in our Public Engagement activities such as FlyOurFlag contest and EatAsOneSG Campaign. In our acts and films, we have also made a concerted effort to feature Singaporeans from different backgrounds and walks of life that we all can relate to.

To broaden the 'live' experience, NDP will be extending performances to the Marina Bay to allow more Singaporeans to join the celebrations. On 10 Aug, we will also extend the celebrations to the heartlands to include more Singaporeans in the celebrations.

There will be an additional NE show. Primary Five students will be attending NE Shows 1-3 (29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul) while Secondary Three students will be attending NE Shows 2-4 (6 Jul, 13 Jul and 20 Jul). This arrangement will allow us to better accommodate all students.

This year, we seek to organise a vibrant and uplifting celebration of Singapore's 59th year of independence, by highlighting the collective strength of Our People and underscoring the importance of every citizen rallying together to shape our future and uplift those around us.

i) Dedicated rest areas under well-ventilated shaded areas

During training sessions at the Padang, we will have dedicated rest areas at shaded well-ventilated locations.

ii) Adherence to work-rest cycle and a hydration regime

When the weather gets warmer, we ensure that participants get more rest. We have also provided multiple water points and constantly remind participants to hydrate to ensure participants drink sufficient fluids.

iii) Progressive training

We will have multiple training sessions to allow participants to get acclimatised to the heat and intensity of their performance.

iv) Monitoring of Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT)

We will continue to monitor the WBGT and adjust our heat management plan accordingly.

v) Recognising that this is the inter-monsoon period with temperatures hitting record highs, we have enhanced our heat management by:

• Using Water Mist Sprays to keep participants' body temperature cool

• We have also shifted trainings to well-ventilated sheltered areas wherever possible.

vi) For spectators watching the Show, they are advised to wear caps/hats to attend the NDP. Additional bottles of water will be distributed on site, in addition to the water bottle in the NDP Pack.

v) NDP 2024 EXCO will introduce Ice Popsicles for participants' consumption as a preventive measure to lower heat-related safety risks during the high ambient temperature period in the coming months. This safety measure to efficiently reduce core body temperature is proposed by researchers from the Heat Resilience & Performance Centre.

vii) Preventive measures

The NDP 2024 EXCO will be including a foldable fan and doubling the amount of water in the NDP Pack.

The NDP 2024 EXCO will be including a foldable fan and doubling the amount of water in the NDP Pack. We also advise attendees to bring along a hat/cap.

Our medical teams are also on-site at the Padang to provide medical treatment for heat-related conditions. Our ushers and first-aiders at the Padang, at Heartland Celebrations and at the Bay Promontory are tasked with directing and assisting all attendees and participants who are feeling unwell to the nearest medical facility to receive medical attention.

To commemorate 40 years of Total Defence, NDP 2024 will bring back the Dynamic Defence Display. While the D3 has been part of previous NDPs at the Float, this will be the first year where the D3 segment is performed at the Padang and Marina Bay.

This year's D3 segment will showcase SAF, SPF, SCDF and other government and civilian agencies' as well as the community's role in safeguarding our nation.

We will be bringing the action closer to the audience. We will also highlight the roles that everyday Singaporeans can play in their own capacity.

Our haze contingency plan takes reference from the guidelines provided by NEA. We will monitor the haze situation closely together with NEA and calibrate our measures accordingly. We will be calibrating participants' involvement and the NDP programme based on the guidelines.