Hindon | October 8,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES
93rd Indian Air Force Day:
The 93rd Indian Air Force Day was celebrated on Wednesday at the Hindon Air Force Station, marking another year of valour, discipline, and excellence of the men and women in blue who guard the nation’s skies.
This year’s celebration carried a special tribute to Operation Sindoor, a pivotal mission that reaffirmed the strength and precision of India’s air power..
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Tribute to Operation Sindoor: Honouring the Guardians of the Sky
Established on October 8, 1932, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has evolved from its modest beginnings as an auxiliary air wing under British India into one of the world’s most formidable air forces.
The 2025 ceremony paid homage to the IAF’s rich history and its crucial role in safeguarding India’s sovereignty through modern warfare capabilities.
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, and Naval Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi attended the event.
Air Chief Marshal Singh inspected the ceremonial parade, which honoured air warriors for their bravery during Operation Sindoor, a mission that took place in May 2025 as part of India’s military response to the Pahalgam attack.
Spectacular Display of Air Power at Hindon
The celebrations featured an awe-inspiring aerial display by frontline aircraft, helicopters, and aerobatic teams, showcasing India’s defence capabilities.
Spectators witnessed the march past and flypasts by fighter jets, including Rafales, Sukhois, and Tejas, demonstrating precision and readiness.
In his Special Order of the Day, Air Chief Marshal Singh remarked:
> “We pay tribute to the valour, dedication and unwavering spirit of the Indian Air Force in safeguarding our nation’s skies.”
He further emphasized the decisive role of air power in shaping national and global security outcomes.
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Operation Sindoor: Defining Air Power in Modern Warfare
Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, 2025, was a high-precision, intelligence-driven punitive strike carried out in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack.
The operation targeted nine confirmed terrorist camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and deeper inside Pakistan, including Nur Khan and Rahimyar Khan air bases.
The IAF leveraged its Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS) for real-time, multi-domain coordination, executing strikes with advanced indigenous aircraft and precision-guided weaponry.
This operation symbolized India’s technological superiority and strategic resolve, reinforcing its doctrine of proactive defence.
A Proud Legacy of Strength and Service
As India marked its 93rd Indian Air Force Day, the celebrations at Hindon underscored not just the past achievements of the IAF but its readiness for the future.
The event reaffirmed India’s commitment to maintaining air superiority in an evolving geopolitical landscape.
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