Air Marshal JS Mann, Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO), Western Air Command, visited a premier communication base in the Western Sector to oversee Exercise Joint Ops Stamina Honing (JOSH), aimed at validating the Indian Air Force’s communication readiness during sustained high-tempo operations.
During the visit, the Air Marshal reviewed the functioning and resilience of critical communication networks that enable seamless air operations and effective joint mission execution. He commended the air warriors for their exceptional dedication, professionalism, and technical competence in maintaining reliable and uninterrupted communication support.
Air Marshal Mann highlighted the vital role of robust communication systems in modern warfare, especially during joint and integrated operations. He underscored the importance of operational readiness, along with the ethos of ownership and accountability among air warriors, which ensures continuous and dependable communication support for the Indian Air Force.
The exercise reaffirmed the IAF’s commitment to high operational preparedness, jointness, and mission assurance, strengthening its ability to operate effectively across the full spectrum of air operations.
