NEW DELHI: On the occasion of Air Force Day, today, October 8,  the Indian Air Force is proudly celebrating its 89th anniversary. On this occasion, India’s President Ram Nath Kovind, said that the nation is proud of the Indian Air Force (IAF) which has proved its competency and capability time and again during peace and war. President Kovind went on to say that he is sure that the Indian Air Force will continue to maintain its cherished standards of excellence

Sharing concern on official Twitter handle, President noted: Greetings to air warriors, veterans & their families on Air Force Day. The nation is proud of the Indian Air Force which has proved its competency and capability time and again during peace and war. I am sure the IAF will continue to maintain its cherished standards of excellence."  Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Indian Air Force is tantamount with courage, diligence and professionalism.

The Indian Air Force was established on October 8, 1932, in undivided India which was under colonial rule. It was given the prefix "Royal" by King George VI for its contribution during the Second World War.

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