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Western Air Command chief visits Halwara airbase

Western Air Command chief visits Halwara airbase

Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command, Air Marshal B Suresh (left) during his visit to Air Force Station, Halwara on Wednesday. Tribune photo

Tribune News Service
Chandigarh, June 3

Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command, Air Marshal B Suresh, visited Air Force Station Halwara on Wednesday.

On arrival, he was received by Air Commodore A Bhadra, Air Officer Commanding, 9 Wing.

During his visit, the AOC-in-C inspected vital installations of the base and assessed the operational preparedness. He also reviewed all measures taken to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

He reiterated that the country is facing emerging security threats along with the pandemic hazard and emphasised the importance of ensuring operational capability through diligent planning and utilisation of resources.

Appreciating the involvement and commitment to duty displayed by all personnel of the airbase, Air Marshal Suresh advised them to stay fit and be vigilant considering the current security situation.