8th October, every year marks a very important day in Indian military history. 8 October Indian Air Force Day is celebrated in order to commemorate the establishment of the Indian Air Force on the same date in 1932 and honour its great deeds. Did you know, One of the facts about Indian Air Force is that every year Indian Air Force Day has a theme? Know more about the Indian Air Force Day 2022 theme and Indian Air Force day 2022 celebrations. and in the article.
8 October Indian Air Force Day 2022
Like every year, this year too the celebration of the 8 October Indian Air Force day 2022 is to be held in Chandigarh, with the parade having moved the venue from Hindon Airbase.
Indian Air Force Day 90th Anniversary
In 2022, this year will mark the completion of 90 years of the Indian Air Force and its establishment. Thus, India is all ready and geared up for the Indian Air Force day 2022 celebrations of its 90th anniversary.
Indian Air Force Day 2022 Theme
The Indian Air Force day 2022 theme is yet to be announced. However, in 2021 it was ‘Touching the Sky with Glory’ and a year prior to that, ‘The untiring efforts and supreme sacrifices of its personnel’ were the themes.
Indian Air Force Day 2022
On the occasion of the completion of 90 years, IAF personnel will be getting a new uniform made of a different fabric and design for better camouflage. A total of 80 aircraft will be seen flying past the sky during the parade.
Indian Air Force Day 2022 Celebrations
8 October Indian Air Force day 2022 celebrations are held with great enthusiasm all across the air bases. In the presence of the air force chiefs and other senior officers of the armed forces, a great show and parade are put up.
The CAS rewards the deserving with medals. A number of combat aircraft are showcased in the air and a parade is carried out with the soldiers dressed in their respective uniforms.
Why Is Indian Air Force Day Celebrated?
Indian Air Force, also known as ‘Bhartiya Vayu Sena’ was inducted officially during British rule as a supporting wing to the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom. This took place on 8th October 1932, fifteen years before India’s independence.
And since then, the great soldiers and aircraft of IAF have been working tirelessly to protect our motherland. To pay respect to them, on 8 October Indian Air Force Day is celebrated with a motive to create awareness and showcase our military prowess.
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Facts About Indian Air Force
Here are some facts about Indian Air Force:
- IAF is the 4th largest operational air force in the world.
- United Nations peacekeeping missions are coordinated by IAF too.
- IAF also ranks seventh among the world’s strongest air forces.
- The motto of IAF is taken from the 11th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita which says, ‘Nabhah Sparsham Deeptam’.
- Among all training courses in the special forces, IAF’s Garud Commando Force has the longest training.
- IAF has shown its prowess in 4 wars against Pakistan and 1 with China
- The highest IAF station is on Siachen Glacier at a height of 6702 metres.
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Conclusion
It is an honour to witness the bravery and achievements of our military forces. We wish that the IAF and other armed forces of India continue to be the pride of our nation.
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