Pratibha Patil to confer prestigious military award on two IAF units

President Paratibha Patil will confer the prestigious military award (Presidential Standards) on the two premier units of the Indian Air Force-- the 49 Squadron and 107 Helicopter -- here on March 9 amidst a ceremonial parade.

Air Officer commanding-in-chief of the South Western Air Command (SWAC), Air Marshal P S Bhangu ascribed this award to these two units as a testimony to the high standards of professionalism, unwavering commitment and meticulous execution of the tasks assigned to them.

On the occasion, where the Air Chief Marshal P V Naik will also be present, the president will release the commemorative cover for both the units.

The ceremonial parade will be followed by a unique display of drill by the air warrior drill team and fly past by a variety of aircrafts.

Here Patil will also interact with the air warriors and their families during the Presidential tea and thereafter visit the photo exhibition.

The President’s Standards is the highest and most prestigious honour for any unit of the IAF and is awarded in recognition of its invaluable contribution both during peacetime and during any war operation.