Hyderabad: Brar Squadron secured the prestigious Commandant’s Banner for Autumn Term 2025 at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal. The squadron excelled in physical, academic, and leadership challenges to earn this top honour.
Brar Squadron excels in overall performance
The Commandant’s Banner Presentation Ceremony was held on Thursday at the Tejas Parade Ground. It marked the end of a competitive term where cadets took part in debates, quizzes, field exercises, sports, and physical endurance events. The banner symbolises the highest standard of excellence at the Academy.
Meanwhile, Desa Squadron won the final event — the Inter Squadron Drill Competition. Their cadets impressed with sharp drill movements, strong commands, and flawless coordination. The ceremony was further elevated by martial tunes performed by the Indian Air Force Band.
Cadet Dubey leads Brar to glory
Flight Cadet Aditya Kumar Dubey, Squadron Cadet Captain of Brar Squadron, received the banner from Air Marshal Praveen Keshav Vohra, Commandant of AFA. The achievement allows Brar Squadron cadets to wear a special lanyard on their left shoulders in the next term.
Air Marshal Vohra congratulated the cadets for their discipline, energy, and teamwork. He urged them to stay physically fit and mentally alert throughout their careers. He also appreciated the instructors for shaping confident and capable future officers. “The AFA continues to be the pride of Training Command,” he concluded.