1 F-16 jet of Pak was shot down by IAF: Joint briefing by military
February 28, 2019 19:16
Highlights from the joint press conference by armed forces.
IAF's Air Vice Marshal RGK Kapoor:
>> Indian Air Force detected a large package of Pakistan aircraft near West of Rajouri
>> Pakistani Aircraft targeted military formation
>> Pakistani bombs exploded in Indian military formation, but couldn't inflict any damage
>> One Pakistani F-16 was shot down by an IAF MiG 21 Bison Aircraft. East of Rajouri, parts of F-16 have been recovered, inside Indian territory.
>> IAF has also learnt that Abhinandan will be returned. IAF is happy to hear of his return.
Army Major General Surendra Singh Behal:
>> Pakistan resorted to unprovoked ceasefire violations
>> Pakistan targeted brigade headquarters
>> Our mechanised forces are on standby. I want to assure the nation that we are fully prepared
>> We are ready to act against inimical forces
Navy Rear Admiral DS Gujral:
>> We are ready for any misadventure by Pakistan and we are ready for resolute action. We want to ensure safety and security of our citizens