THE INDIAN AIR FORCE CELEBRATED AIR FORCE DAY ON Thursday, October 8, 2020, at the Hindon airbase in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. While congratulating the parade officers and the award winners, alongside welcoming the esteemed gathering, the Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, addressed the force after inspecting the parade on its 88th foundation day. He traced the force’s achievements, commitment, future enterprises and ethos to continue to serve towards a self-reliant glorious nation.
The focus of the 88th Anniversary celebration was highlighted as to innovate, integrate and intimidate.
The IAF is undergoing a transformational change, remarked the Chief while highlighting the great honour he feels in commanding this elite force. “As we enter the 89th year, the IAF is undergoing a transformational change. We are entering an era which will redefine where we employ aerospace power and conduct integrated multi-domain operations,” he said.
He expressed gratitude to the veterans for their invaluable contributions and the legacy built on valour, sacrifice and pioneering spirit. He also paid homage to the fallen braves who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.
This story is from the October 2020 edition of SP’s Aviation.
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