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Kovind awards President’s standard to 223 Sqn, 117 Helicopter unit

Kovind awards President’s standard to 223 Sqn, 117 Helicopter unit

New Delhi, Nov 16 (UNI) President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday awarded the prestigious President’s Standard to 223 Squadron and 117 Helicopter Unit during a ceremonial parade held at Air Force Station Adampur.

The President’s Standards were received by Group Captain Prabhat Malik, Commanding Officer of 223 Squadron, and Wing Commander N Batra Commanding Officer of 117 Helicopter Unit, the Indian Air Force said in a statement.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Kovind said, “The nation is proud of the capability and competency of the IAF. Excellent performance of its personnel in International exercises, both at home and abroad, is indeed a glowing testimony to the level of training and preparedness of our Air Force.”

The ceremonial parade was commanded by Group Captain Tushar Vaidya.

The President also released First Day Covers of 223 Squadron and 117 Helicopter Unit at the function.

A Fly past consisting of MiG-29, ALH and Mi-17 helicopters was synchronized with significant events of the parade.

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