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IAF Conducts Massive Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026 in Pokhran.

Defence | Dated: 23 Feb 2026

The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026 at the Pokhran range in Rajasthan. The exercise showcased the IAF offensive and defensive capabilities, featuring indigenous aircraft like Tejas and Prachand alongside Rafale and Su-30MKI.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The theme of the exercise was Lightning Strike from the Sky.
  • Over 120 aircraft participated in a day and night firepower demonstration.
  • Surface-to-air missiles like Samar and Akash were also test-fired.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Exercise: Vayu Shakti.
  • Force: Indian Air Force.
  • Location: Pokhran.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Indian Air Force recently conducted the massive firepower demonstration Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026 at which location?

Correct Answer: Pokhran

🚀 Quick Recap:

About IAF

  • Chief - Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari
  • HQ - New Delhi