IAF Day celebration in Chennai: Two jawans faint during event
The Hindu
Two IAF jawans collapse during Indian Air Force anniversary celebration in Chennai, sparking criticism and solatium announcement.
Two Indian Air Force (IAF) jawans fell unconscious during the celebration of the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force at Tambaram Air Force Station in Chennai on Tuesday (October 8, 2024).
The jawans were carried on stretchers and treated.
This comes two days after five people died during the mega air show organised by the IAF along the Marina Beach due to heatstroke.
The Opposition came down heavily on the DMK government for failing to make adequate traffic arrangements for the air show that witnessed a footfall of over 15 lakh spectators. On Monday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a solatium of ₹5 lakh each to the bereaved families.
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