IAF Chief and Army Chief to Fly LCA Tejas in Bengaluru, Showcasing Jointness and Aatmanirbharta

By A Staff Reporter

In a significant demonstration of synergy between the Indian defence forces and India’s commitment to self-reliance in military technology, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi will take to the skies in a trainer version of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. The sortie is scheduled to take place at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka, Bengaluru, on Sunday, according to defence officials.

The event underscores the growing emphasis on Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in India's defence sector, with the indigenous LCA Tejas playing a crucial role in enhancing the country's air power. Designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the Tejas has become a symbol of India’s progress in advanced military aviation technology.

This joint sortie also reflects the strong camaraderie between the two service chiefs, who have been coursemates since their days at the National Defence Academy (NDA). Their participation in the flight highlights the increasing coordination between the Army and the Air Force, crucial for integrated warfare strategies.