Indian Air Force Day festivities: President Murmu, Prime Minister Modi, and Amit Shah convey their best wishes on the occasion of the 91st Foundation Day.
The 91st-anniversary celebrations of the Indian Air Force commenced with a ceremonial parade held at the Bamrauli Air Force Station in Prayagraj on the morning of October 8th. The festivities kicked off with a parade and flypast at the Bamrauli Air Force Station in Prayagraj at around 7:45 am.
Later in the day, a grand airshow was scheduled over Triveni Sangam, beginning at 2:30 pm. The airshow featured an impressive lineup of fighter aircraft, including Sukhoi 30, MiG 29, Rafale, Jaguar, and others.
The Akashganga team also dazzled the audience with their daring aerial stunts. Thousands of spectators gathered to witness this historic event at Sangam, as reported by ANI.
Preceding the anniversary celebration, a full dress rehearsal took place in Prayagraj on October 6th.
Preceding the anniversary celebration, a full dress rehearsal took place in Prayagraj on October 6th.
The main highlights of the celebration included a ceremonial parade and an aerial display over Sangam in the afternoon.
Air Force Day commemorates the official induction of the Indian Air Force (IAF) into India's armed forces in 1932.The Indian Air Force chief and senior officers honor this yearly occasion with their presence.
The IAF originally formed as a supporting force for the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom in 1932, and its first operational squadron was established in 1933.
Air Force Day commemorates the official induction of the Indian Air Force (IAF) into India's armed forces in 1932.The Indian Air Force chief and senior officers honor this yearly occasion with their presence.
The IAF originally formed as a supporting force for the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom in 1932, and its first operational squadron was established in 1933.
Throughout its history, the IAF has been instrumental in numerous significant operations, such as Operation Vijay, Operation Meghdoot, Operation Cactus, and Operation Poomalai, starting from 1950 onwards.
In a statement on X, President Droupadi Murmu expressed her greetings, saying, "Greetings to all our air warriors and their families on Air Force Day! Our Air Force continues to reach greater heights.
In a statement on X, President Droupadi Murmu expressed her greetings, saying, "Greetings to all our air warriors and their families on Air Force Day! Our Air Force continues to reach greater heights.
The nation takes pride in having such a strong, courageous, and dynamic Air Force that is always prepared to face challenges.
I salute our inspiring heroes who not only safeguard the skies but also lead the way in humanitarian assistance."
