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IAF Commanders Assure Ladakh LG of Continued Cooperation on Strategic and Humanitarian Fronts
5 Sep
Summary
- IAF commanders discuss civil-military cooperation and regional development with Ladakh LG
- Focus on strengthening synergy between civil administration and IAF in areas like strategic preparedness, disaster management, and infrastructure
- IAF committed to bolstering operational capabilities and cultivating collaborative relationships
On September 5, 2025, Air Vice Marshal Vikas Sharma, the Air Officer Commanding Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, and Air Commodore Sanjay Prabhu, the Air Officer Commanding of Air Force Station Leh, met with the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta. The meeting focused on strengthening the synergy between the civil administration and the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Ladakh, particularly in areas of strategic preparedness, disaster management, infrastructure development, and welfare of the local population.
The IAF commanders assured the LG of their continued cooperation in all matters of strategic and humanitarian importance. They also highlighted the ongoing efforts of the IAF in augmenting logistical support and maintaining operational readiness in the Union Territory of Ladakh. The LG appreciated the vital role played by the IAF in safeguarding the borders, supporting the civil administration during emergencies, and ensuring connectivity in the far-flung regions of Ladakh.
The visit reaffirmed the IAF's commitment to bolstering its operational capabilities and cultivating collaborative relationships with the civil administration and sister services. It also underscored the significance of Ladakh as a strategically critical area, necessitating concerted efforts to ensure the region's security and stability.
