After taking charge as the 29th Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit first paid tribute to the martyrs and then took the blessings of his mother and mother-in-law. This emotional moment of his is becoming increasingly viral on social media.
Tezzbuzz Desk – Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit took charge as the 29th chief of the Indian Air Force on Saturday. During this time, an emotional and respectful video of him is becoming increasingly viral on social media. Immediately after assuming charge, he reached the National War Memorial in New Delhi, where he paid tribute to the memory of the brave martyrs of the country by laying a wreath.
After paying homage to the martyrs, Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit went to his mother Nirmala Dixit and mother-in-law Kamala Pandey and touched their feet. After this he saluted both of them with dignity. After paying tribute to the brave soldiers of the country, he started his new responsibility by taking the blessings of the elders of the family. People are liking his style a lot.
Ashutosh Dixit takes command of the Air Force at a time when India is actively working to strengthen its military capabilities amid the complex regional security environment. He replaces Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, who retired after an illustrious career of 43 years. Dixit is a skilled fighter aircraft pilot and has more than 3,500 hours of flying experience on more than 20 types of aircraft.
Air Chief Marshal Dixit, known for strategic planning, also played an important role in 'Operation Sindoor'. Before this he was serving as the Deputy Chief of the Air Force. In his career spanning four decades, he has served in various positions related to command, staff and training. He was born on 9 December 1966 and was commissioned into the fighter aircraft branch of the Indian Air Force on 6 December 1986.
After assuming charge, the Air Force Chief also inspected the Guard of Honour. He has divided the priorities of the Air Force into four sources named 'Air'. These include vigilance and promptness, self-reliance, innovation and united efforts. He made it clear that his first priority would be to bring the combat strength of the Air Force to the prescribed level.
Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit expressed pride and honor on assuming the command as the 29th Chief of the Indian Air Force. He expressed gratitude to the President, Prime Minister and Defense Minister for reposing confidence in him. Besides, he also thanked the outgoing Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.
Dixit said that during 'Operation Sindoor', the Air Force under the leadership of Air Chief Marshal AP Singh showed what precise and decisive air power can do. He said that AP Singh has handed him the command of a fully prepared Air Force.