Kashmir CM interacts with IAF officers

Srinagar, May 12: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah interacted with the officers of the Indian Air Force (IAF) during an informal visit to the Air Force Station, here today.

Air Officer Commander, Srinagar Air Force Station, Ramesh Goyal and Wing Commander, K. S. Gill introduced the Chief Minister with the officers of the IAF. They apprised him about the functioning of IAF and introduction of latest fighter jets in its armory.

Lauding the role of IAF in safeguarding the boundaries of the nation, the Chief Minister appreciated its role in providing assistance to civilians in times of crisis, adding that the role of IAF in helping people of inaccessible and snow-bound areas, especially during winter season when most of these areas remain cut off due to heavy snowfall, cannot be ignored.

Abdullah also interacted with the families of the IAF officers and posed for group photos.

The Chief Minister also witnessed an air-show by IAF pilots flying MIG-21, Mirage 2000 and Sukhoi 30 fighter-planes.

Earlier, a warm welcome was given to Abdullah on his arrival at the venue. A memento was also presented to him by Goyal on the occasion.