**Executive Summary**
The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted the 88-hour "Op Sindoor Commemorative Run" in New Delhi from May 7 to May 10, 2026, to mark the first anniversary of successful 88-hour air operations. The event, involving 600 participants from the IAF, Indian Army, and civilian volunteers, utilized a continuous relay format to foster esprit de corps and enhance public outreach. Key milestones included a flag-off on May 7 at 0105 Hr and a concluding flag-in by the Chief of the Air Staff on May 10 at 1700 Hr.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Purpose and Significance**
* Commemorates the first anniversary of precise and decisive 88-hour air operations conducted by the IAF.
* Acts as a tribute to a significant milestone in the IAF's operational history.
* Aims to improve the visibility of the Indian Defence Forces and foster teamwork through public engagement.
* **Participation and Format**
* A total of 600 runners participated, drawn from all Commands of the IAF and the Indian Army.
* The event was organized as a continuous 88-hour relay run.
* Civilian volunteers and authorities actively participated and supported the conduct of the event.
* **Route and Logistics**
* The run commenced at India Gate and ended at Air Force Station New Delhi (AFND).
* The route passed through major landmarks including Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh Marg, Air HQ Vayu Bhawan, Nehru Park, and New Moti Bagh road.
* **Key Schedules and Associated Activities**
* **Flag-off:** May 7, 2026, at 0105 Hr by the Air Officer in Charge Administration (AOA).
* **Flag-in:** May 10, 2026, at 1700 Hr by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS).
* **Public Event:** The IAF Jazz band performed live at Nehru Park on May 10, 2026, between 0630 Hr and 0800 Hr.
**Impact Analysis**
**Indian Air Force (IAF) Personnel**
**Impact**
Strengthened esprit de corps and showcased the operational history and ethos of the service to the public.
**Action Required**
Personnel from all Commands were required to organize and participate in the 88-hour relay.
**Indian Army (IA) Personnel**
**Impact**
Demonstrated inter-service solidarity and teamwork by participating in the commemorative event.
**Action Required**
Army runners joined the relay alongside IAF and civilian participants.
**Civil Authorities**
**Impact**
Played a vital role in the logistical support and successful execution of the continuous event across Delhi's landmarks.
**Action Required**
Coordinate with the IAF to manage the route and ensure the smooth conduct of the run.
**Civilian Volunteers and Public**
**Impact**
Increased awareness of the Indian Defence Forces through direct participation and attendance at associated activities.
**Action Required**
Volunteers participated in the run, while the public was invited to attend the IAF Jazz band performance.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Air Force (IAF): The primary branch of the Indian Armed Forces that organized the commemorative run to mark the anniversary of its successful air operations.
Op Sindoor Commemorative Run: An 88-hour continuous relay event organized to celebrate the first anniversary of significant IAF air operations and enhance public outreach.
Operation Sindoor: The specific 88-hour air operation conducted by the Indian Air Force being commemorated for its successful decisive and precise strikes.
New Delhi: The central location for the commemorative run, with the route encompassing landmarks such as India Gate, Air HQ Vayu Bhawan, and Nehru Park.
Ministry of Defence
OPERATION SINDOOR- 88 HOURS
COMMEMORATIVE RUN 07 MAY TO 10 MAY 26
88 hours, 600 runners from IAF, IA and Civil volunteers
participated in the Run.
Posted On: 11 MAY 2026 12:42PM by PIB Delhi
The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted an 88 hours "Op Sindoor Commemorative Run" from 07 May to 10
May 26 at New Delhi.
The event commemorated the first anniversary of the 88-hours of successful air operations, carried out by
the IAF, which demonstrated its capability to deliver decisive and precise strikes. A total of 600 runners
from across all Commands of the Indian Air Force and Indian Army participated in this event.
The event was flagged off on 07 May 26 at 0105 Hr by the Air Officer in Charge Administration (AOA)
from India Gate and concluded with a flag-in by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) on 10 May 26 at 1700 Hr
at Air Force Station New Delhi (AFND).
The run was organized in a continuous relay format for 88 hours in which civil authorities played a vital
role towards conduct of the event. Civilian volunteers also participated with lot of vigour in the run.
The route encompassed running past important landmarks of Delhi, which included India Gate, Brigadier
Hoshiyar Singh Marg, Air HQ Vayu Bhawan, Nehru Park and New Moti Bagh road before concluding at
Air Force Station New Delhi.
The aim of the run was to foster esprit de corps amongst IAF personnel while enhancing public outreach
and visibility of the Indian Defence Forces.
The successful conduct of "Op Sindoor Commemorative Run" was not only a tribute to the significant
milestone of the Indian Air Force's operational history, but also a testament to the excellent teamwork
achieved through public engagement, showcasing the ethos of the Indian Air Force.
The Indian Air Force Jazz band also performed live at Nehru Park on 10 May 26, from 0630 Hr to 0800
Hr as a part of associated activities.***
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