In a landmark moment, President Droupadi Murmu took to the skies in a Rafale fighter jet from the Ambala Air Force Base on Wednesday. While it seemed like a ceremonial sortie, it carried a strong message to Pakistan, especially as she flew with Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh, India’s first woman Rafale pilot.

A Subtle Response to False Claims

President Murmu’s flight came months after Pakistan’s false claims that Shivangi Singh had been captured during Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Those claims were quickly dismissed, but Murmu’s flight alongside Singh served as a symbolic rebuttal, showcasing India’s confidence and pride in its Air Force.

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