Three spectators tragically lost their lives during the Indian Air Force (IAF) airshow held at Chennai’s Marina Beach on Sunday. The incident has shaken the community and raised concerns about safety protocols at such events.
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Chennai is gearing up for a spectacular airshow on October 8th, marking the 92nd Indian Air Force Day. The event will showcase a variety of aircraft, including the indigenous Tejas and the Sukhoi 30, as well as aerobatic displays by the Suryakiran and Sarang teams. With an estimated 1.5 million attendees, the IAF aims to make this airshow a record-breaking event.
The Indian Air Force is hosting a spectacular air show at Chennai’s Marina Beach on October 6th, celebrating its 92nd anniversary. This two-hour spectacle will feature 72 aircraft, including Rafale, SU-30, MIGs, Jaguars, and Tejas, showcasing their aerial prowess. The event, themed ‘Bhartiya Vayu Sena – Saksham, Sashakt, Atmanirbhar,’ marks the first such display in Chennai in two decades.
A female Indian Air Force (IAF) officer has filed a police complaint accusing a senior Wing Commander of rape. The officer alleges harassment, sexual assault, and mental torture over the past two years, culminating in an alleged rape incident on New Year’s Eve. She claims an internal investigation was shut down to protect the accused, and that she continues to face harassment and intimidation within the IAF.
India’s Cabinet Committee on Security has approved two significant deals: procurement of 240 aero-engines for the Indian Air Force’s Su-30 MKI fighter jets and the establishment of a semiconductor unit in Gujarat. The aero-engine deal, worth ₹26,000 crore, will strengthen India’s air power and defense preparedness, while the semiconductor unit will boost domestic chip production for various industries.
Former Indian Air Force (IAF) chief RKS Bhadauria praised the BJP government’s zero-tolerance approach against terrorism, highlighting the success of the Balakot airstrike in sending a strong message. Emphasizing the importance of targeting terrorists wherever they hide, Bhadauria stated that the airstrike, executed with precision, demonstrated India’s determination to combat terrorism.