Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday lauded the legendary MiG-21’s glorious service to the Indian Armed Forces, recalling its historic and successful missions.

The final sortie was flown during a solemn decommissioning ceremony held in Chandigarh, marking the end of an era in Indian military aviation. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the ceremony and paid tribute to the aircraft’s unmatched legacy.

Speaking at the event, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "For a long time, MiG-21 has been a witness to numerous heroic deeds. Its contribution has not been limited to a single event or a single war."

After 62 years on the frontline, the Indian Air Force’s iconic MiG-21, the nation’s first supersonic fighter and interceptor, retired during an event held in Chandigarh on Friday

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