Siliguri, Nov. 7 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday described the Bagdogra Air Force Station as a strategically important air base located in a highly sensitive region, playing a vital role in safeguarding regional security.
He said the air base served as a strong protective shield and commended the Air Warriors for maintaining a high level of operational readiness amid growing security challenges.
Singh was visiting the air base to exchange Diwali greetings with Air Force personnel and interact with officers and staff.
During an interactive session, he said the nature of security threats was becoming increasingly complex, extending far beyond conventional warfare.
"Today, security challenges are no longer confined to convent...