DefenceMonday, 2 November 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Indian Air Force to operate under ‘VAYU’ vision: self-reliance, preparedness and jointness
New IAF Chief Ashutosh Dixit said in November 2026 that the force will work under the VAYU vision, stressing self-reliance, preparedness and joint operations.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In November 2026, new Indian Air Force Chief Ashutosh Dixit said at Delhi that the IAF will function under the ‘VAYU’ vision, with self-reliance, preparedness, strategy and unity as its core themes.
Key specifics
- ‘V’ in VAYU stands for vigilance and preparedness.
- ‘A’ stands for आत्मनिर्भरता, meaning self-reliance through Indian-made products.
- ‘Y’ refers to strategy, including maintenance, force protection, resilience and use of space.
- ‘U’ stands for unity with the Army, Navy and national agencies.
- The vision is meant to help the IAF adapt to changing warfare over the next 10 years.
Exam lens
Question type: defence acronym and leadership, VAYU, self-reliance, jointness, 10-year adaptation; TNPSC may ask the meaning of each letter or the service branches involved in joint planning.