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The central government has approved the creation of a weapon system branch for the officers of the Indian Air Force, which would save it Rs 3,400 crore in flying training, Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari said .
On the occasion Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted , On Air Force Day, my greetings to the courageous air warriors and their families. In line with the motto of नभः स्पृशं दीप्तम्, the Indian Air Force has shown exceptional dexterity for decades. They have secured the nation and also shown remarkable human spirit during disasters.
On Air Force Day, my greetings to the courageous air warriors and their families. In line with the motto of नभः स्पृशं दीप्तम्, the Indian Air Force has shown exceptional dexterity for decades. They have secured the nation and also shown remarkable human spirit during disasters. pic.twitter.com/6g9twDJAGx
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 8, 2022
As per report by PTI, This is the first time since Independence that a new operational branch is being created, Chaudhari said in his speech in Chandigarh on the occasion of 90th anniversary celebrations of the IAF.
“On this historic occasion, it is my privilege to announce that the government has approved the creation of a weapon system branch for the officers in the IAF.
#WATCH | The 90th-anniversary celebrations of #IndianAirForce, underway in Chandigarh. IAF chief Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari also present on the occasion.
(Source: Indian Air Force) pic.twitter.com/e0DXXylz1M
— ANI (@ANI) October 8, 2022
“This is the first time since Independence that a new operational branch is being created,” he said.
The weapon system branch will essentially man the specialised streams of surface-to-surface missiles, surface-to-air-missiles, remotely piloted aircraft, and weapon system operators in twin and multi-crew aircraft, he said.
Creation of this branch would result in savings of over Rs 3,400 crore due to the reduced expenditure on flying training, the IAF chief said.
A ceremonial parade was held at the air force station on the occasion. Chaudhari inspected the parade, which was followed by a march-past.
Air-Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command, Air Marshal Sreekumar Prabhakaran was among senior IAF officers present on the occasion.
Later, The IAF also unveiled its new digital camouflage uniform. These new prints, fabric and design maximise the operational efficiency of the IAF’s ground personnel for all terrains and all seasons.
Rajnath Singh Defence Minister tweeted, Greetings and best wishes to all courageous IAF air warriors and their families on the Indian Air Force Day. The IAF is known for its valour, excellence, performance and professionalism. India is proud of its men and women in blue. Wishing them blue skies and happy landings.
Greetings and best wishes to all courageous IAF air warriors and their families on the Indian Air Force Day. The IAF is known for its valour, excellence, performance and professionalism. India is proud of its men and women in blue. Wishing them blue skies and happy landings. pic.twitter.com/PItTFHZX7T
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 8, 2022
