1 F-16 jet of Pak was shot down by IAF: Joint briefing by military

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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

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