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Published 11:51 IST, October 8th 2019

IAF Day: Amit Shah calls the Air Force a symbol of valour and courage

Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, in an effort to show gratitude to the Indian Air Force (IAF) stated that the IAF is a 'symbol of valour and courage'.

Reported by: Ankita Chakraborty
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in an effort to show gratitude to the Indian Air Force (IAF) stated, the IAF is a 'symbol of valour and courage'. The IAF which was commemorated on October 8, 1932, is the air wing of the Indian Armed Forces. The IAF is celebrating its anniversary in a massive event at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad, UP. The Union Home Minister took to social media to put across a message for the Bravehearts.

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In honour of the Indian Air Force 

The official Twitter handle of the IAF also tweeted in celebration of its birth anniversary. Rajnath Singh, the Defence Minister of India, also tweeted about the mega event to honour the Bravehearts who protect our country. Singh is currently in Paris on a three-day visit to France. He is to attend the Annual Defence Dialogue and the Induction Ceremony of Rafale. During his visit, he will receive the first of the 36 Rafale fighter jets manufactured for India.

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Updated 12:54 IST, October 8th 2019

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