**Executive Summary**
The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) at the Air Force Academy (AFA) in Hyderabad, India, took place on 13 December 2025. It marked the successful conclusion of pre-commissioning training for Flight Cadets of the Indian Air Force (IAF). General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), served as the Reviewing Officer (RO) and conferred the President's Commission.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Graduation Parade Details:**
* 244 Flight Cadets graduated, including 215 male and 29 female cadets.
* The parade included a 'Commissioning Ceremony', commissioning graduating cadets as Flying Officers.
* An oath was administered to the graduating officers to safeguard the sovereignty and honor of the country.
* The event featured a flypast by Pilatus PC-7, Hawk, Kiran, and Chetak aircraft, as well as a display by the Akash Ganga team and Air Warrior Drill Team (AWDT).
* Six officers from the Indian Navy, eight officers from the Indian Coast Guard and two trainees from Socialist Republic of Vietnam were awarded 'Wings' on successful completion of flying training.
* 'Brevets' were given to five officers on completing their Navigation training.
* **Awards and Recognition:**
* Flying Officer Tanishq Aggarwal received the ‘President's Plaque' and the 'Nawanagar Sword of Honour'.
* Flying Officer Saksham Dobriyal was awarded the ‘President's Plaque' for standing first in the overall order of merit in Navigation stream.
* Flying Officer Nitesh Kumar was awarded the ‘President's Plaque' for standing first in the overall order of merit in the Ground duty branches.
* **Speeches and Closing Remarks:**
* The RO commended the newly commissioned officers and urged them to stay steady in matters of principle.
* The RO emphasized the need to pursue AI driven data fusion, man - unmanned teaming, autonomous and unmanned systems and cognitive domain operations.
* The Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal AP Singh led a three-aircraft Kiran formation above the graduating officers.
**Impact Analysis**
**Graduating Flight Cadets**
* **Impact:** Successfully completed pre-commissioning training and commissioned as Flying Officers in the IAF. They have been officially inducted into the armed forces.
* **Action Required:** Take an oath to safeguard the sovereignty and honour of the country. Embrace the principles and guidance offered by the Reviewing Officer.
**Indian Air Force (IAF)**
* **Impact:** Welcomed new officers to its ranks, reinforcing its operational strength and technological capabilities.
* **Action Required:** Integrate the newly commissioned officers into their respective branches and provide opportunities for continued professional development.
**Family Members of Graduating Officers**
* **Impact:** Witnessed a proud and significant milestone in their family members' lives, celebrating their achievements and commitment to serving the nation.
* **Action Required:** Offer continued support and encouragement to the newly commissioned officers as they embark on their careers in the Indian Air Force.
Key Entities Referenced
Air Force Academy (AFA): Military academy where the Combined Graduation Parade took place
Ministry of Defence: Government ministry under whose authority the graduation parade was held.
Combined Graduation Parade (CGP): The main event, marking the culmination of pre-commissioning training of Flight Cadets.
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS): General Anil Chauhan, the Reviewing Officer of the parade.
Indian Air Force (IAF): The air force for which the flight cadets are being commissioned.
Ministry of Defence
COMBINED GRADUATION PARADE AT AIR
FORCE ACADEMY (AFA)
प्रव तथ: 13 DEC 2025 4:27PM by PIB Delhi
The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) was held at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal,
Hyderabad on 13 December 2025. It marked the successful culmination of pre-commissioning training of
the Flight Cadets of Flying and Ground duty branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF). General Anil
Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) was the Reviewing Officer (RO) of the parade and conferred the
President's Commission to the graduating Flight Cadets of 216 Course. A total of 244 Flight Cadets,
including 215 male and 29 female cadets, graduated on this day.
The CDS was received by Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Training
Command and Air Marshal PK Vohra, Commandant, AFA. The RO was presented with a General Salute
by the parade followed by an impressive march past.
On this occasion, six officers from the Indian Navy, eight officers from the Indian Coast Guard and two
trainees from Socialist Republic of Vietnam were awarded ‘Wings' on successful completion of flying
training. ‘Brevets' were given to five officers on completing their Navigation training. Proud family
members of the graduating officers were present to witness the ceremony.The highlight of the parade was the 'Commissioning Ceremony' in which the graduating cadets were
commissioned as Flying Officers by the RO. An oath was administered to the graduating officers, where
they pledged to safeguard the sovereignty and honour of the country. The graduation parade was
interspersed with a well-coordinated and synchronized flypast by Pilatus PC-7, Hawk, Kiran, and Chetak
aircraft. A thrilling display by the Akash Ganga team and Air Warrior Drill Team (AWDT) left the
audience mesmerised.
In recognition of their exceptional performance across various training disciplines, the RO awarded Flying
Officer Tanishq Aggarwal from the Flying branch with the coveted ‘President's Plaque’ and the
‘Nawanagar Sword of Honour’ for standing first in the overall order of merit in the Pilot Course. Flying
Officer Saksham Dobriyal was awarded the ‘President's Plaque’ for standing first in the overall order of
merit in Navigation stream. Flying Officer Nitesh Kumar was awarded the ‘President's Plaque’ for
standing first in the overall order of merit in the Ground duty branches.Addressing the parade, the RO commended the newly commissioned officers for their immaculate turnout,
meticulous drill movements and adherence to the highest standards of parade. The RO congratulated the
graduating officers for joining the profession of arms and for serving the motherland. He urged the officers
to stay away from arrogance and ignorance and to stay steady in matters of principle.
He also emphasized on creating and sustaining asymmetry for winning a war which is far easier to
generate in the emerging domains. He underscored technology as a decisive factor and hence we need to
pursue AI driven data fusion, man – unmanned teaming, autonomous and unmanned systems and
cognitive domain operations.
He further added that Op Sindoor which is a testimony to unparalleled professionalism of IAF is a
continuum which needs to be guided by JAI. Jointness, Atmanirbharta and Innovation is what JAI stands
for and will shape the future of India’s combat power. He concluded by encouraging the officers to serve
boldly and lead fearlessly.
The parade culminated as the newly commissioned officers slow marched in two columns to the resonant
notes of martial marching tunes, and with a special emotive moment as the Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Air
Chief Marshal AP Singh flew and lead a three aircraft Kiran formation above them while the first was
salute given to them by their immediate juniors.A captivating synchronous flying display by the Sarang helicopter display team and Suryakiran Aerobatic
Team (SKAT) formed part of the grand finale of the CGP.***
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