Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the ‘Vayu Veer Vijeta’ car rally, organised by Indian Air Force in coordination with the veterans of Uttarakhand War Memorial, here today.
Interacting with the ‘air warriors’ at Raj Bhawan, the LG extended his felicitations and conveyed best wishes to all participants of the car rally, an official press release informed.
“Indian Air Force has the proud legacy of valour, courage and sacrifice. Serving the nation and its people in difficult circumstances is in the DNA of the Indian Air Force,” the LG said.
The LG also lauded the role played by the IAF in times of war, rescue operations and natural calamities. Enroute air warriors will address the local youths in various universities and colleges and inspire them to join armed forces, the press release said.
“The nation is grateful to the armed forces for ensuring a more secure and peaceful environment to enable India’s speedy march towards all-round progress and prosperity,” the LG said.
He also highlighted that in the last 10 years, infrastructure and connectivity of border areas has been strengthened under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Earlier, to mark the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh gave a warm send-off to ‘Vayu Veer Vijeta’ car rally from the National War Memorial, New Delhi. The Adventure Cell of IAF is leading and coordinating the rally.
Over 50 air warriors, who are undertaking an expedition from Thoise in Ladakh to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh, covering a total of 7,000 kms, will raise awareness among the people about the history of IAF and inspire the youth to join the armed forces.
The formal flag-off took place from Thoise, which is one of the world’s highest altitude air force stations at 3,068m above mean sea level.
Air Officer Commanding Srinagar, Air Commodore Prabhat Malik (Vayu Sena Medal); Team Leader Wing Commander Vijay Prakash Bhatt; Rally Chairman, Tarun Vijay and other senior officers were present.
