From Kargil's Op Safed Sagar to Bholari's Op Sindoor: How Indian Air Force grew in capability

The Indian Air Force evolved significantly from Kargil's challenges to Operation Sindoor's precision. Operation Safed Sagar highlighted improvisation and courage during the 1999 Kargil War. Operation Sindoor in 2025 demonstrated advanced capabilities and joint planning with sister services. This transformation reflects advancements in equipment, training, and political resolve for national strategy. The IAF now possesses credible defensive and offensive capacity for strategic depth.

By TOI DEFENCE DESK