Question

Write a short note on the air operation in the Kargil area which was considered a milestone in the history of military aviation.

Hint:

Operation Safed Sagar was a landmark mission in the Kargil War where Mirage 2000 demonstrated its superiority in air-to-ground strikes.

Answer 1

The air operation in the Kargil area during the Kargil War of 1999 was a milestone in military aviation. The Indian Air Force launched Operation Safed Sagar, which involved the use of fighter jets and helicopters for reconnaissance, close air support, and precision strikes. The Mirage 2000 played a key role in destroying enemy positions at high altitudes, marking a turning point in the conflict.