This day in 1971: How IAF hit back after Pak’s pre-emptive strikes — watch rare footage

The Indian Air Force commemorated its decisive response to Pakistan’s 1971 pre-emptive strikes, which led to a 14-day war and the birth of Bangladesh. IAF’s precise counter-attacks crippled enemy airfields, blunting their initial move. This victory, celebrated as Vijay Diwas, contrasts with current strained India-Bangladesh ties, while Pakistan-Bangladesh relations have improved.