IAF Chief A.P. Singh bats for self-reliance in defence capabilities
Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh has called for self-reliance in developing indigenous defence capabilities during a graduation ceremony in Bengaluru. He emphasized the importance of optimizing design and delivery cycles while maintaining safety and quality standards. The ceremony celebrated the graduation of 17 officers, who will contribute to the modernization of the Indian Armed Forces.
- ▪Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh emphasized self-reliance as a strategic necessity for indigenous defence capabilities.
- ▪The graduation ceremony included 17 officers from the Indian Air Force, Indian Army, and Indian Navy.
- ▪Awards were presented to outstanding graduates for their performance in the Flight Test Course.
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Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of IAF, has emphasised self-reliance as a strategic necessity for developing resilient indigenous defence capabilities.Also read | Air Chief Marshal AP Singh meets veterans in Hakimpet, lauds their legacy and serviceHe was speaking during the 48th Flight Test Course graduation ceremony in Bengaluru on Saturday (May 23, 2026).Eleven test pilots and six flight test engineers of the 48th Flight Test Course graduated from the Air Force Test Pilots School (AFTPS) on completion of a rigorous 48-week multidisciplinary training curriculum. Military power remains the ultimate arbiter of national security, says IAF Chief A.P.
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