Prayagraj, 16 Aug (HS): On the eve of the 80th Independence

Day Air Force Station Bamrauli, under the aegis of Headquarters Central Air

Command hosted a memorable musical evening by the No. 4 Air Force Band at the

historic Chandrashekhar Azad Park in Prayagraj The performance drew a large and

enthusiastic gathering of citizens from across the city.

The occasion was graced by the presence of Air Marshal Tarun

Chaudhry, AVSM, VSM. Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Air Command as

the Chief Guest. Upholding the Indian Air Force's enduring tradition of

engaging the nation through music, the No. 4 Air Force Band delivered an

accomplished repertoire. It featured patriotic melodies, military compositions,

classical pieces and popular instrumental numbers. Rendered with impeccable precision

and artistic excellence, the performance evoked profound national pride and was

met with sustained applause from the audience.

The programme reinforced the vital bond between the Defence

Forces and the civil community, heightened public awareness of the Indian Air

Force's traditions and values and inspired the youth with the spirit of unity

and patriotism that defines our nation, informed Wg Cdr Debartho Dhar, PRO & Spokesperson, Ministry of

Defence, Prayagraj.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi