‘Proud’ Sachin Tendulkar attends Air Force Day celebrations

Sachin Tendulkar alongside IAF personnel on Thursday. (Source: Sachin Tendulkar Facebook)

Sachin Tendulkar joined the Indian Air Force personnel at the Hindon air base near Ghaziabad as they celebrated their 83rd anniversary on Thursday.

Sachin is the first sportsperson in the country to be given a honourary rank in the Indian Air Force.

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“Proud of the dedication of the ‪#‎IndianAirForce‬. Every member plays the part to perfection. Thank you to each one of them for their commitment and many sacrifices,” he posted on his Facebook page along with the pictures where he could be seen having a gala time.

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