Maoists target Indian Air Force, IAF ready to fire back
Sudhir Chadda
Oct. 1, 2009

The IAF has sought permission from the Defence Ministry to open fire in self-defence whenever our helicopters or air crew operating in the Maoist-infested areas come under attack.

"In India, it would be difficult to distinguish between good and bad guys. A decision needs to be taken at the highest level before we go in for the attack mode," Air Chief Marshal P V Naik said.

Describing the Maoist attacks on IAF assets and air crew as a matter of grave concern, Naik said: "the Air Force, of course, has a greater role to play in the offensive against Naxals, be it higher reconnaissance or surveillance, troop movement and also for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) recce."

The IAF is operating helicopters with armour protection and with bullet proof jackets for its crew in conflict zones. It has also neutralized 1.5 sq km area during take-offs and landings.

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