Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, on Thursday addressed the top leaders of the Central Air Command and urged them to ensure robust physical and cyber security of airbases and assets.
While addressing the commanders, the IAF chief pressed on the need for critical analysis to improve operational readiness, focus on maintenance practices, and ensure robust physical and cyber security, the IAF said in a release.
Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria also directed the commanders to ensure that the preparedness of all platforms, weapon systems, and assets are kept at the highest level. He lauded the role of Central Air Command in the recent flood relief efforts and assistance to civil administration.
Urging the commanders to continue their efforts in ensuring a safe operational flying environment, the Air Chief Marshal stressed the need to increase the combat capability of the IAF through innovation, self-reliance, and indigenisation.