The Leh-based HQs 14 Corps, responsible for operations in the sector, operates around 25 Cheetals—a re-engined version of the workhorse Cheetah helicopter.
The IAF subsequently launched an air support mission to airlift personnel and relief materials of the SDRF from Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) to Pitapool in Keyi Panyor district.
Union defence minister Rajnath Singh, Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma and top officials of the IAF join together to commemorate International Yoga Day at Eastern Air Command Shillong (HT Sourced Photo)