Air Marshal Tejinder Singh visits 13 Grenadiers to honor unit legacy and inter-service ties

GANDHINAGAR, May 10, 2026:- Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Air Command, paid a significant visit to the 13 Grenadiers, a unit distinguished by its historic title as the Ganga Jaisalmer Risala.

The visit held deep personal and professional meaning for the Air Marshal, who served alongside this specific unit at the Siachen Glacier in 1989 during Operation Meghdoot.

This return to the unit allowed for a unique reunion as he interacted with current personnel of all ranks and met with several veterans who were deployed with him during that challenging high-altitude operation.

During his visit, the Air Marshal emphasized the critical importance of inter-service cooperation and the seamless professionalism shared between the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force.

By bridging the two branches of the military through his personal history, he reinforced the spirit of commitment that defines India’s defense forces. The interaction served as a powerful reminder of the collaborative efforts required in the nation’s most demanding operational theaters, past and present.

While addressing the officers and troops, Air Marshal Tejinder Singh motivated the personnel by reflecting on the 565-year-old history of the paltan. He expressed immense confidence in the unit’s future, urging them to uphold the rich legacy of bravery and valor that has characterized the Ganga Jaisalmer Risala for centuries.

The visit concluded with a shared sense of pride, reaffirming the enduring bond and mutual respect that exists across the different wings of the Indian Armed Forces.