Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on Thursday described Operation Sindoor as the most significant military engagement of the year after the Pahalgam terror attack, saying the operation showcased India’s robust air defence capabilities and joint-service planning.

Speaking at the annual Air Force Day press conference ahead of the October 8 parade at Hindon Air Base, Singh said long-range surface-to-air missiles (SAMs) were the decisive factor. “The longest kill we achieved was of more than 300 km inside their territory. Our robust air defence infrastructure turned the tables,” he said.

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