The Air Chief farewell for Air Chief Marshal AP Singh was hosted by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday, ahead of the Chief of the Air Staff's superannuation after 42 years of service to the nation.

The Defence Minister commended the outgoing Chief for his distinguished service, exemplary leadership and invaluable contributions to the Indian Air Force and the nation.

Operation Sindoor role credited to the outgoing Air Chief

Rajnath Singh acknowledged the key role Air Chief Marshal Singh played in the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, according to the Ministry of Defence. He also credited the Air Chief with strengthening the capabilities of the Indian Air Force.

Rajnath Singh wishes Air Chief Marshal AP Singh well

The Defence Minister extended his best wishes to Air Chief Marshal Singh for his future endeavours.

Air Chief farewell ends with superannuation on Saturday

Saturday is the last day in service for Air Chief Marshal Singh, and the last of his Air Chief farewell engagements falls on it. He will lay a wreath at the National War Memorial to honour the bravehearts.

Guard of Honour at Air Force Station, New Delhi

He will then inspect a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Air Force Station, New Delhi, before superannuating from service.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit takes over as Chief of the Air Staff

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, takes over as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff from Saturday afternoon, as announced by the government earlier this month.