New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken an operational pause in the ongoing Exercise Trishul, which is being conducted in the northern sector. The pause will be in effect from September 7 to 10, during which time fighter aircraft will not be flying.
The IAF has not given a reason for the operational pause, but it is likely due to the upcoming G20 summit, which will be held in New Delhi from September 11 to 13. The IAF will be deploying a significant number of assets to secure the airspace during the summit, and it is possible that the operational pause in Exercise Trishul is intended to free up some of these assets.
Exercise Trishul is a large-scale air exercise that is conducted every year by the IAF. The aim of the exercise is to test the operational preparedness of the IAF and to improve its ability to respond to a variety of threats. The exercise involves a wide range of aircraft, including fighter jets, transport aircraft, and helicopters.
The IAF is the largest air force in South Asia, and it plays a vital role in the country’s defense. The operational pause in Exercise Trishul is a temporary measure, and the IAF will resume the exercise after the G20 summit.
In addition to the G20 summit, the IAF is also likely taking into account the ongoing security situation in the region. India is facing heightened tensions with both China and Pakistan, and the IAF is likely keen to ensure that it is fully prepared to respond to any threats.
Meanwhile,
The Delhi Police has issued a security advisory for the upcoming G20 summit, which will be held in New Delhi from September 8 to 10. The advisory includes the following measures:
- Increased security deployment in the city, including the deployment of more than 50,000 police personnel.
- Restrictions on the movement of people and vehicles in certain areas.
- Closure of some roads and footpaths.
- Ban on the use of drones and other flying objects.
- Increased checking of vehicles and passengers at entry points to the city.
- Curfew in some areas on the days of the summit.
The police have urged people to cooperate with the security measures and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities.