Army Aviation Corps celebrate 30th Raising Day in Jammu and Kashmir

JAMMU: The Aviation Corps of the army today celebrated its 30th Raising Day at a function held at the headquarters of the Northern Command in Udhampur of Jammu and Kashmir.

The Army Aviation Corps was raised on Nov 1, 1986 as a separate Corps. On this occasion, various functions were organised by officers, JCOs and Jawans with their families at various Army Aviation units, a defence spokesperson said.

Lt Gen D S Hooda, General officer commanding in chief (GOC-in-C) Northern Command complimented all personnel of the Corps for their dedication, hard work and whole hearted support beyond the call of duty in all operations in Jammu and Kashmir, he said.

The Army Aviation Corps the 'Arm of the future' has not only performed exceedingly well in its role in support of the ground forces during operations but also aided civil populations as a support to civil authorities, the Spokesperson said.