IMPHAL: The Indian Air Force (IAF) responded swiftly to reports of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) spotted in the vicinity of Imphal airport on Sunday. Promptly mobilizing their Rafale fighter aircraft, the IAF initiated a thorough search operation. The sighting occurred approximately at 2:30 pm, causing some disruptions to commercial flights operating in the area.

According to defense sources, following the notification regarding the presence of UFOs near Imphal airport, a Rafale fighter jet stationed at a nearby airbase was immediately dispatched for investigation.

Equipped with cutting-edge sensors, the aircraft conducted a comprehensive sweep of the suspected area, employing low-altitude flying techniques to locate any potential unidentified aerial objects. Despite the thorough search, no evidence of the reported UFOs was found during the initial reconnaissance.

Subsequently, another Rafale fighter was deployed for a secondary search effort, yet the UFO remained elusive, disappearing from the vicinity. Authorities are actively engaged in efforts to gather more information, acknowledging the existence of video footage capturing the UFO's presence over Imphal airport.

As investigations continue, the IAF and relevant agencies remain committed to unraveling the details surrounding this intriguing sighting near Imphal airport.

UFO Sighting Disrupts Flights at Imphal Airport, Air Force Responds