Indian Air Force Day 2024: PM Modi, Other Leaders Extend Greetings on IAF’s 92nd Foundation Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday wished Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel and their families on the Air Force Day. This year, the IAF celebrates its 92nd anniversary under the theme “Bhartiya Vayu Sena – Saksham, Sashakt, Atmanirbhar” (Potent, Powerful, and Self-Reliant), reflecting the force’s commitment to safeguarding India’s skies.

“Air 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,” PM Modi wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

Taking to X, Union Home Minister Amit Shah wrote, “Greetings to the Indian Air Force personnel on #IndianAirForceDay. 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 nation.”

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also extended his greetings and posted on the social media platform X. “On 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 unmatched bravery, unbridled courage, and unequalled professionalism. The valiant men and women have earned the respect and admiration of a grateful nation. 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 force.”

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari also extended his greeting on IAF day. “Heartiest greetings of Air Force Day to the brave soldiers of the Indian Air Force. Respectful salute to the brave soldiers of Air Force who are always ready to protect Mother India,” he posted in Hindi on X.

Indian Air Force Day is celebrated every year on October 8 to honour the Indian Air Force (IAF) and its pilots who dedicate their lives to protecting India. The Indian Air Force was officially formed on October 8, 1932. Its first flight took off on April 1, 1933, with six RAF-trained officers and 19 airmen. The aircraft fleet included four Westland Wapiti IIA biplanes stationed at Drigh Road, forming the “A” Flight nucleus of No.1 (Army Co-operation) Squadron.