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MiG-21 Retired: IAF Decommissions Last Squadron at Chandigarh

27 September 20251 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYMiG-21 Retired: IAFDecommissionsLast Squadron atChandigarh27 September 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Indian Air Force formally retired the last squadron of its MiG-21 fighter jets in a ceremony at Chandigarh Air Force Station.

Key facts

  • Date: 26 September 2025.
  • Place: Chandigarh Air Force Station.
  • Event: formal decommissioning of the last MiG-21 squadron of the IAF.
  • Remarks: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described the aircraft as a symbol of India-Russia defence cooperation.
  • He also said it was a machine that helped shape India’s military aviation history.

Exam angle

  • Aircraft retired: MiG-21 fighter jets.
  • Venue of the ceremony: Chandigarh Air Force Station.
  • Cooperation it represents: India-Russia defence ties.

Test yourself

1. Where was the last MiG-21 squadron of the IAF formally decommissioned?

The ceremony took place at Chandigarh Air Force Station.

2. Who described the MiG-21 as a symbol of India-Russia defence cooperation?

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made the remark.

3. On which date was the last MiG-21 squadron decommissioned?

The decommissioning was on 26 September 2025.

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