"Pakistan Is Fighting Proxy Wars Through Terror" : Rajnath Singh At Combined Graduation Parade at IAF Academy In Telengana

On 19 December, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on a two-day visit to the state, attended Combined Graduation Parade at Airforce Academy in Dundigal, Telengana.

Remembering episodes of gallantry he said that from the Battle of Longewala in 1971 to the recent Balakot airstrikes, all these episodes will be considered as golden chapters in our country's history. “The Indian Air Force has a glorious history. It has always displayed episodes of gallantry. From the Battle of Longewala in 1971 to the recent Balakot airstrikes, all these episodes will be considered as golden chapters in our country's history,” said Defence Minister Singh at the Combined Graduation Parade at Airforce Academy in Hyderabad.

Earlier today, Rajnath Singh said,“In the western sector, our neighbour Pakistan keeps on doing nefarious acts on the border. Even after losing 4 wars, they're still fighting proxy wars through terror. I would like to felicitate the security forces who alertly counter these attempts”.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed Officer of the passing out parade. He was accorded the Guard of Honour at Airforce Academy on December 19. Aerial display of fighter jets witnessed during the event. Defence Minister also confer the 'President's Commission' to the graduating trainees. He also awarded 'Wings' to officers of Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard on successful completion of their flying training at Academy.