The coronavirus pandemic has affected the entire nation but we all are fighting very bravely in this toughest time of our life. Every sector has been impacted due to its impact. The central agencies are working at their extreme level to keep the situation under control. In a time when transportation of urgent materials is biggest challenge, The Indian Air Force (IAF) has come forward to serve the nation with all possible efforts. Indian Air Force continues its support against Novel Corona virus wherein medical supplies are being transported to equip the state governments and supporting agencies to combat the contagion effectively and efficiently.
During the last few days, IAF airlifted essential medical supplies and commodities from nodal points to Manipur, Nagaland and Gangtok in North Eastern region; and the Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh. In addition, An-32 aircraft, on 06 Apr 2020, airlifted personnel and 3500 kg of medical equipment of ICMR from Chennai to Bhubaneshwar for setting up of testing labs and facilities in Odisha.
IAF has earmarked aircraft at nodal points to airlift medical supplies and equipment at short notice to proactively support operations against COVID-19.
News Source: PIB
