Indian Air Force Day 2021: Know its history, significance, theme and some interesting facts about the Indian Air Force
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Indian Air Force Day 2021: Know its history, significance, theme and some interesting facts about the Indian Air Force

India Today  

India observes Indian Air Force Day every year on October 8 because, on this day, the Air Force in India was officially raised as the supporting force of the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom in 1932. Every year, Indian Air Force Day is celebrated at Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. History of Indian Air Force Day Also known as ‘Bharatiya Vayu Sena’, the Indian Air Force was established in the country on October 8, 1932, by the British Empire. Indian Air Force Day 2021: Theme The celebrations on Indian Air Force Day are marked every year with a unique theme. Some interesting facts about the Indian Air Force As India commemorates Indian Air Force Day 2021, we bring to you some interesting, lesser-known facts about the IAF.

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India Today  

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