President Murmu, PM Modi hail IAF on Air Force Day
Indian government leaders, including President Murmu and PM Modi, celebrated the 94th Air Force Day by praising the Indian Air Force's operational readiness and historical contributions. The event highlighted the force's evolution from a small unit to a modern aerospace power.
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The celebration underscores the strategic importance of the Indian Air Force in national security and its ongoing modernization efforts.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday extended greetings to the country's air warriors, veterans and their families, while highlighting the Indian Air Force’s courage, professionalism and combat preparedness.The IAF marked its 94th Air Force Day, commemorating 94 years since the force was established on October 8, 1932.President Murmu said the IAF has rendered exemplary service to the nation and specifically praised its role in Operation Sindoor, saying the operation demonstrated the courage, precision and operational preparedness of Indian air warriors in safeguarding national security.“Operation Sindoor demonstrated the courage, precision and operational preparedness of our air warriors in safeguarding the nation’s security,” Murmu said.Prime Minister Modi said the country was proud of its air warriors and saluted their courage and commitment to protecting India’s skies.“India is proud of our Air Warriors.
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