Def Min addresses IAF commanders meet; lauds IAF's role during pandemic

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the top commanders of the Indian Air Force and lauded the contribution of Indian Air force during nation’s response to COVID19 pandemic.

New Delhi: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday addressed the inaugural session of Air Force Commander’s Conference to discuss the situation at Line of Actual Control (LAC). Top commanders of the Indian Air Force (IAF) were present in the meeting.

Addressing the session of the Air Force Commander’s Conference, Singh said, "IAF’s role in some of the most challenging circumstances is well regarded by the nation. Their contribution during the nation’s response to COVID-19 pandemic has been highly praiseworthy."

The three-day meet, which began today will be headed by Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, will discuss the country's air defence system and also carry out an in-depth review of it.

The plan of action for operational capability enhancement of the IAF in the next decade will also be discussed. The theme of the conference is "IAF in the Next Decade".