IAF Chief Announces Creation Of New Weapon Systems Branch, Says It will Save Rs 3400 Cr

This is the first time since independence that a new operational branch is being created. According to the IAF Chief, the creation of this branch would result in savings of over Rs 3,400 crore due to the reduced expenditure on flying training.

Indian Air Force Day: The IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, on Saturday, while addressing the gathering on the 90th edition of Indian Air Force Day announced the creation of a weapon system branch for the officers in the Indian Air Force. This is the first time since independence that a new operational branch is being created. According to the IAF Chief, the creation of this branch would result in savings of over Rs 3,400 crore due to the reduced expenditure on flying training.

“On this historic occasion, it’s my privilege to announce that the government has approved the creation of a weapon system branch for the officers in the Indian Air Force,” he said.

WATCH: Details Inside The New Weapon Systems Branch

#WATCH | Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari today announced the creation of the new weapon systems branch to handle all types of latest weapon systems in the force which would also result in a saving of Rs 3400 cr. Watch the details of the branch.

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The IAF is also creating infrastructure for the induction of Agniveers starting next year. “We are also planning on induction of women Agniveers starting next year. Creation of infrastructure is in progress.”

Major announcements By IAF Chief on Air Force Day

1. Creation of a new weapon system branch for the officers in IAF
2. Induction of 3000 Agniveer Vayu for initial training in December
3. Planning to induct women Agniveers from next year
4. Integration of three services, Army, Navy and Air Force, in process
5. Launch of new pattern combat uniform for IAF personnel

“We’ve changed our operational training methodology to ensure that each Agniveer is equipped with the right skills and knowledge to start a career in IAF. In December this year, we’d be inducting 3,000 Agniveer Vayu for initial training. This number will go up in the years to come.”
The Indian Air Force is celebrating its 90th anniversary in Chandigarh.