New Delhi, Aug. 10 -- A revered hero of the 1971 Indo-Pak War, Group Captain Dilip Kamalkar Parulkar (Retd), passed away on Sunday, the Indian Air Force stated.

The Indian Air Force, in a post on X, announced the passing of Group Captain Parulkar (Retd), known for his extraordinary courage and leadership in orchestrating a daring escape from a Pakistani prisoner-of-war (POW) camp.

IAF in its post expressed profound condolences, hailing him as an embodiment of unmatched ingenuity and pride in the force.

"Gp Capt DK Parulkar (Retd) VM, VSM -- 1971 War hero, who led a daring escape from captivity in Pakistan, embodying unmatched courage, ingenuity & pride in the IAF -- has left for his heavenly abode. All Air Warriors of the IAF express t...