Op Sindoor showed IAF’s combat swiftness: Air chief
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh on Thursday said that last year’s four-day military confrontation with Pakistan under Operation Sindoor showed the world how swiftly the Indian Air Force (IAF) can move into combat, even as he underscored the central role of air power in safeguarding national interests
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh highlighted the swift military response of India's Air Force (IAF) during Operation Sindoor last year, demonstrating the IAF's combat readiness and the effectiveness of air power in safeguarding national interests. On May 7, 2025, the IAF targeted two terror sites in Pakistan's Punjab province, while the army struck seven additional locations.
Over the following two days, the IAF continued its operations against military targets across multiple Pakistan locations. Singh emphasized the central role of air power in ensuring national security amid escalating geopolitical tensions and emerging conflicts worldwide. He stressed that the IAF's strength lies in its operational preparedness and the high level of skill possessed by its aircrew and ground crew.
The IAF continues to enhance its preparedness through initiatives like Vayu Shakti, Dronathon, and Tarang Shakti, as well as the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. The chief emphasized the importance of self-reliance, with indigenous systems driving the IAF's capabilities.
Singh's message underscores the IAF's readiness to respond swiftly and effectively to any contingency, highlighting the critical role of air power in modern warfare and national defense.
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