RKS Bhadauria referred to the suicide attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama as a reminder that defence installations need to be on alert at all times
On Air Force Day, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria will attend a grand flypast at Hindon base in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad that would include vintage and modern transport aircraft and frontline fighters. The air display commenced with flag bearing skydivers of the famous Akash Ganga team dropping out of an AN-32 aircraft in their colourful canopies. The ceremony will conclude with a spell-binding aerobatic display.
Today Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria referred the suicide attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama in February as a reminder that defence installations need to be on alert at all times. “Present security environment in the neighbourhood is a serious cause of concern.
Today, on Air Force Day, a proud nation expresses gratitude to our air warriors and their families. The Indian Air Force continues to serve India with utmost dedication and excellence. pic.twitter.com/iRJAIqft11
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On the occasion of Air Force Day, IAF chief Bhadauria said about how the IAF has demonstrated its resolve and capability in tackling the issue of terrorism in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. “Indian Air Force is grateful for the nation’s trust and confidence in us, and the support provided. On behalf of all air warriors, I assure the nation of our sacred resolve, defending the sovereignty of our skies and safeguarding our national interest at all cost,” he says.
Indian Air Force Chief Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria after taking salute honours the IAF personnel with Gallantry awards for their achievements and contribution to the Forces. Speaking on the occasion, Bhadauria says, “Today, as our team celebrate Air Force Day, we will be paying tribute to all the martyrs who paid the ultimate sacrifice.” Army Chief Bipin Rawat is also present for the event. The IAF was found on October 8, 1932, and the force has participated in several crucial wars and landmark missions in past and present.
#AFDay19: On the occasion of 87th Anniversary, Indian Air Force extends its heartfelt greetings to the courageous air-warriors & their families. The Courage, Valour, Commitment, Dedication & Zeal are inspiration for all.
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Today on the occasion of Air Force Day today, IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria said that the Balakot airstrike, which has been one of the key operations of the forces this year, is the political leadership’s resolve to ‘punish perpetrators of terrorism’, and that there has been a major shift in the government’s methods of managing terrorist attacks. “Present security environment in the neighbourhood is a serious cause of concern. The Pulwama attack is a stark reminder of the persistent threat to defence installations,” said RKS Bhadauria.
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