Air Force Day 2024: PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi and others congratulate IAF

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Leader of Opposition LoP Rahul Gandhi were among other leaders to congratulate the Indian Air Force IAF as it marked the 92nd Air Force Day on TuesdayPM Modi extended Air Force Day greetings to the IAF and its pilots on Tuesday lauding them for their courage professionalism and role in maintaining the nationrsquos sovereignty the ANI reportedOn X formerly Twitter PM Modi wrote ldquoAir Force Day greetings to our brave air warriors Our Air Force is admired for their courage and professionalism Their role in protecting our nation is extremely commendablerdquoAir Force Day greetings to our brave air warriors Our Air Force is admired for their courage and professionalism Their role in protecting our nation is extremely commendable pictwittercomQsb8URzmmTmdash Narendra Modi narendramodi October 8 2024This year marks the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force This years theme is lsquoBhartiya Vayu Sena Saksham Sashhkt Atmanirbharrsquo which means to be Potent Powerful and Selfreliant The theme highlights the forcersquos dedication to protecting Indiarsquos airspaceOn the Occasion of its 92nd Anniversary the Indian Air Force extends heartfelt greetings to all Airwarriors DSC personnel civilians NCEs and their families who stand strong behind them Their courage commitment and excellence continue to inspire the nationhellip pictwittercomn2fp8hkBNsmdash Indian Air Force IAF_MCC October 8 2024The official handle of the IAF on X extended their greetings ldquoOn the Occasion of its 92nd Anniversary the Indian Air Force extends heartfelt greetings to all Air warriors DSC personnel civilians NCEs and their families who stand strong behind them Their courage commitment and excellence continue to inspire the nationrdquoGreetings to the Indian Air Force personnel on IndianAirForceDayThe valour of our air warriors has roared in the skies safeguarding the sovereignty of our nation every moment with their courage patriotism and sacrificeSalutes to the Bravehearts who made supremehellipmdash Amit Shah AmitShah October 8 2024Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to the Indian Air Force personnel on X ldquoGreetings to the Indian Air Force personnel on Indian Air Force Day The valour of our air warriors has roared in the skies safeguarding the sovereignty of our nation every moment with their courage patriotism and sacrifice Salutes to the Bravehearts who made supreme sacrifice to protect the honour of the nationrdquoCongress leader Rahul Gandhi extended warm greetings to the brave hearts of the IAFOn Air Force Day my heartfelt respect to the brave men and women of the Indian Air ForceYour unwavering dedication keeps our skies safe and our spirits high We are forever indebted to your selfless service and sacrifices Jai Hind pictwittercomCuXN2zHTOEmdash Rahul Gandhi RahulGandhi October 8 2024On Air Force Day my heartfelt respect to the brave men and women of the Indian Air Force Your unwavering dedication keeps our skies safe and our spirits high We are forever indebted to your selfless service and sacrifices Jai Hind the LoP posted on XSenior politician and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge extended his greetings to all air veterans and warriors on XOn the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force we extend our greetings and felicitations to all the air warriors personnel veterans and their families and wish them success in all their future endeavours IAF_MCC has led the way in safeguarding our skies with unmatchedhellip pictwittercomxiXXOl8LR4mdash Mallikarjun Kharge kharge October 8 2024IAF_MCC has led the way in safeguarding our skies with unmatched bravery unbridled courage and unequalled professionalism The valiant men and women have earned the respect and admiration of a grateful nation the post readAdditionally he emphasised the IAFrsquos role in not only war but also humanitarian effortsThe post read We salute all the IAF personnel for their tremendous contribution both in war and during humanitarian efforts The nation takes pride in the many achievements of our Air Force and looks forward to its further growth as a modern strategic forceEvery year India celebrates and recognises the Indian Air Force on October 8 The IAF was founded in 1932 as an auxiliary force under British ruleApril 1 1933 marked the official first flight of the IAFrsquos operational journey Initially composed of few aircraft and personnel it has evolved into one the worldrsquos most capable forces over the decades contributing to military operations as well as humanitarian missionsThe IAF Day serves as a reminder of the bravery and dedication of the IAF personnel who continue to protect Indiarsquos sovereigntyWith inputs from ANI