THE IAF ENGAGES IN SOFT POWER PROJECTION THROUGH various non-combat operations, such as civilian evacuation operations, participation in international exercises, involvement in UN peacekeeping operations, showcasing air displays, and conducting international relief operations, specifically overseas HADR operations. The Indian Air Force (IAF) boasts a rich and illustrious legacy of conducting Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) missions within India and abroad to provide aid and rescue to people affected by natural calamities, conflicts, or crises. The repatriation of Indian citizens from disturbed Afghanistan during the withdrawal of NATO forces, as well as the evacuation of Indian citizens from East European nations amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict, exemplify the implementation of our foreign policies aimed at safeguarding and promoting our national interests on a global scale.
Additionally, the IAF has actively collaborated with other nations to enhance collective HADR capabilities. The significant quantity of HADR operations conducted by the IAF in swiftly transporting COVID-19 vaccines to allied nations has bolstered the nation’s soft power reputation. The IAF has played a significant role in transcontinental contingencies, particularly in situations necessitating the mass evacuation of the Indian diaspora and individuals of various nationalities from conflict zones. This active involvement has positioned the IAF as a leading force in safeguarding India’s national interests and foreign policy.
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