Indian Air Force Day: The Indian Air Force is celebrating its 92nd Foundation Day (IAF Day 2024) today on 8 October. Actually the Air Force was established on 8 October 1932. Air Force Day is celebrated every year on 8 October to commemorate this memorable and historic day. On this day the Indian Air Force displays its strength and bravery through a grand parade and air show. This time the Air Force (IAF) is celebrating its 92nd anniversary at Tambaram Base in Chennai. The spectacular parade and grand air show will be an unforgettable experience for the people. During the air show, powerful fighter planes and combat helicopters of the Air Force will perform aerial stunts.
The Indian Air Force is the fourth largest air force in the world after America, China and Russia. It not only protects India during war but also helps in relief and rescue operations in various disasters. Apart from this, it has also played a role in peace efforts in other countries of the world. It also helps in evacuating Indian citizens from other countries in case of instability or other problems.
Air Force’s message on Air Force Day – ‘On the occasion of its 92nd anniversary, the Indian Air Force extends its warmest wishes to all the airmen, DSC personnel, civilians, NCEs and their families who stand firmly behind them. His courage, commitment and excellence continue to inspire the nation.
what is the theme
This year the Indian Air Force Day program is based on the theme “Indian Air Force – Capable, Empowered, Self-reliant”, reflecting the unwavering commitment of the Indian Air Force to protect the country’s airspace.
motto of indian air force
The motto of the Indian Air Force is ‘Nabh: Sprisham Deeptam’. This is taken from the 11th chapter of Geeta. This is an excerpt from the sermon given by Lord Shri Krishna to Arjuna in Kurukshetra during the war of Mahabharata.
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What is history (IAF DAY history)
Before the country became independent, the Air Force was called Royal Indian Air Force (RIAF). The first squadron of the Air Force was formed on 1 April 1933, which included 6 IAF-trained officers and 19 air constables. After independence, the word “Royal” was removed from the name of the Air Force and just “Indian Air Force”. The Indian Air Force also played an important role during the Second World War.
Before independence, the Air Force worked under the Army only. The credit for ‘liberating’ the Air Force from the Army goes to the first Commander in Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Marshal Sir Thomas W. Elmhurst. After independence, Sir Thomas W. Elmhurst was made Air Marshal, the first Chief of the Indian Air Force. He held this post from 15 August 1947 to 22 February 1950.
air force flag
The Air Force flag, unlike the Air Force insignia, is blue in color with the national flag in the first quarter and a circle (circular shape) made up of all three colors of the national flag, namely saffron, white and green. This flag was adopted in 1951.
