Western Air Command Chief Jeetendra Mishra Reviews Operational Readiness at Frontline Base

NEW DELHI, March 30,2026 — Strengthening the nation’s aerial defense posture, Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Western Air Command, conducted a high-level visit to a frontline operational air base in the strategic western sector on Monday.

Upon his arrival, the Air Marshal was received with a warm welcome by senior station functionaries, followed by an intensive review of the base’s operational readiness, maintenance protocols, and administrative frameworks. The visit served as a critical assessment of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) preparedness in a vital sector, with a focus on maintaining peak combat efficiency amidst evolving security challenges.

During the visit, the AOC-in-C received a comprehensive briefing detailing the station’s current capabilities, recent achievements, and ongoing strategic activities. In a display of hands-on leadership, Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra flew an operational combat sortie in a Mi-35 attack helicopter, directly evaluating the platform’s performance and the base’s tactical execution.

He further inspected modern infrastructure upgrades and welfare initiatives aimed at enhancing the living standards and professional environment for station personnel. This visit underscores the Western Air Command’s commitment to modernization and its unwavering focus on safeguarding the country’s western frontiers.