New Delhi. Indian Air Force Station Sarsawa organised ‘Know Your Forces’, a mega display of military assets for the school students of Saharanpur area on February 14.

The students also witnessed various tactics of the helicopter flying by Air Force pilots. The event was inaugurated by the Divisional Commissioner, Sanjay Kumar, IAS and Air Commodore Ajay Shukla VM, Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station Sarsawa.

The aim of the programme was to reach out to the youths of Saharanpur area and familiarise them with the Indian Armed Forces in general and Indian Air Force in particular. More than 3,000 school children of various age group participated in the event. They were briefed about the role of Indian Air Force (IAF) and various career opportunities available in the service.

The students were also apprised about the importance of maintaining the cleanliness in the area to avoid birds’ menace for safe flying. The event generated remarkable interaction and excitement among the students to learn about the military aircraft, equipment and the life in IAF.