As India celebrates the 90th anniversary of Air Force Day, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari on Saturday announced the creation of a new operational branch of weapons system for officers “the first time since independence”. The celebrations, being held at Chandigarh’s Sukhna Lake complex, will showcase a grand air show later today with nearly 80 aircraft participating.
“On this historic occasion, it’s my privilege to announce that the govt has approved the creation of a weapon system branch for the officers in the Indian Air Force,” Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari said during the ceremonial parade on the 90th anniversary celebration of the Indian Air Force, in Chandigarh.
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