Parwinder SandhuNew Delhi, Oct. 8 -- Amid growing geopolitical uncertainty and the emergence of new conflicts across the world, air power has become the "primary means" of protecting a nation's interests, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh said on Thursday, asserting that the Indian Air Force remains alert, committed and ready to meet any contingency.

Addressing the 94th Air Force Day celebrations at Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad, Singh said recent conflicts had demonstrated the decisive role of air power and cited the IAF's performance during Operation Sindoor as an example of its operational preparedness.

"These events have clearly demonstrated that air power is the primary means of protecting the national interests," he said. ...