Kumar Bahukhandi
Raipur: As part of Chhattisgarh’s Silver Jubilee celebrations, the Indian Air Force’s renowned Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) met with schoolchildren in Raipur on Monday November 3 , 2025 , creating an atmosphere charged with inspiration, curiosity, and national pride. The event turned into a rare moment of learning and motivation for the young audience.
The team members arrived at Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium, where hundreds of students greeted the pilots and technical crew with thunderous applause and enthusiasm. The presence of the men and women who rule the skies filled the hall with palpable excitement and admiration.
Addressing the students, members of the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team spoke about the discipline, precision, and teamwork that define their world-famous aerial formations. They explained that aerobatics is not merely a display of flying skill, but also a test of courage, concentration, and patience. “Every flight is not just a mission; it’s a responsibility — to the Indian Air Force and to the pride of the nation,” one team member said. They urged the children to pursue their dreams with dedication and resilience, reminding them that “no goal is impossible if one works with focus and determination.”
The team also introduced the students to life in the Indian Air Force — its rigorous training, physical endurance requirements, and the scientific mindset essential for excellence in aviation. The officers emphasized that mental strength is as vital as physical fitness in the life of an air warrior.
During the interactive session, children eagerly posed questions — how close the aircraft fly during maneuvers, how weather conditions affect formations, and how the team creates aerial symbols like the “heart” and “arrowhead.” The pilots responded to every query with warmth and clarity, turning complex aerodynamics into engaging stories of teamwork and courage.
The Suryakiran members said their mission goes beyond air shows: it is to instill in the new generation a spirit of patriotism, discipline, and service to the nation. “Our flight finds its true meaning when it awakens in your eyes the dream to fly,” one pilot told the students.
For the children and their parents, the encounter was unforgettable. Many said it gave them new confidence and a deeper respect for the Indian Armed Forces. “It was not just a meeting—it was an inspiration to dream higher,” one teacher remarked.
Concluding the event, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team invited all students to witness their spectacular aerobatic display on November 5 at Nava Raipur, promising a breathtaking exhibition of courage, precision, and national pride in the skies over Chhattisgarh.
