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Air Marshal Devendra Hirani Takes Charge as Senior Air Staff Officer, Eastern Air Command

Air Marshal Devendra P. Hirani has officially taken over as the Senior Air Staff Officer at the Headquarters of the Eastern Air Command in Shillong. An experienced officer commissioned in 1990, he brings nearly 5,000 hours of flying experience on various aircraft. His distinguished career includes commanding frontline bases, holding key staff appointments, and receiving the Vishisht Seva Medal and Yudh Seva Medal. The Eastern Air Command he now helps lead is crucial for defending India's eastern airspace and conducting humanitarian operations.

Key Points: Air Marshal Devendra Hirani Appointed Senior Air Staff Officer, EAC

  • Assumed charge at Eastern Air Command HQ
  • Over 30 years of IAF service
  • Awarded Vishisht Seva & Yudh Seva Medals
  • Commands vast flying experience
  • EAC vital for air defence & disaster relief
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Air Marshal Devendra Hirani takes over as Senior Air Staff Officer at Eastern Air Command

Air Marshal Devendra P. Hirani assumes role as Senior Air Staff Officer at Eastern Air Command, bringing vast experience and decorated service to safeguard eastern airspace.

"safeguarding India's eastern and northeastern airspace - Indian Air Force"

Guwahati, Feb 1

Air Marshal Devendra P. Hirani on Sunday assumed charge as the Senior Air Staff Officer at the Headquarters of Eastern Air Command of the Indian Air Force, officials said.

Air Marshal Hirani was commissioned into the Indian Air Force on December 15, 1990, and is a Qualified Flying Instructor with close to 5,000 hours of flying experience on a wide range of helicopters and trainer aircraft.

An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA), the Defence Services Staff College and the College of Defence Management, Air Marshal Hirani has also attended the National Defence College in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Over the course of his distinguished career, he has commanded a training unit as well as key frontline air bases in the Northern sector.

The Air Marshal has held several important staff appointments at Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), Air Headquarters, Command Headquarters and Headquarters of Air Officer Commanding (AOC), Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh.

He has also served as a DASI inspector and was deputed to the Democratic Republic of Congo as part of a United Nations Peacekeeping Mission.

Before assuming his present assignment, Air Marshal Hirani served as the Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Personnel, Airmen and Civilians) at Air Headquarters.

In recognition of his exemplary service to the nation, Air Marshal Hirani was awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal in 2015 and the Yudh Seva Medal in 2022.

The Eastern Air Command, headquartered in Shillong, is responsible for safeguarding India's eastern and northeastern airspace, including sensitive borders with neighbouring countries.

The Command plays a vital role in air defence, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, and maintaining operational preparedness in a strategically important region.

- IANS

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Priya S
Heartening to see such decorated officers taking charge of critical commands. The Yudh Seva Medal in 2022 speaks volumes. Wishing him the very best in his new role protecting our skies.
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Rohit P
The Eastern Air Command's role is more crucial than ever. With a veteran like him at the helm, our air defence in the Northeast is in safe hands. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
Impressive career spanning over three decades. It's good to see the focus on both operational commands and staff appointments, which creates well-rounded leadership. The training unit command experience is particularly important.
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Vikram M
While we celebrate his appointment, I hope the focus remains on modernizing our fleet and infrastructure in the Eastern sector. Officers of his caliber need the best tools to do their job effectively.
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Kavya N
His background as a Qualified Flying Instructor is key. Not just a warrior, but a teacher who shapes the next generation of pilots. That's the kind of leadership we need.
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Michael C
The article mentions his attendance at the National Defence College in Dhaka. That international exposure and understanding of regional dynamics must be a huge asset in this command.

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