Air Vice Marshal Vinod Kumar Verma VM VSM (11638) F (P) an alumni of National Defence Academy was commissioned on 02 June 1968 in the fighter stream. He is a graduate of Defence Service Staff College, Wellington and post graduated from the National Defence College. A renowned flier, the officer is a Qualified Flying Instructor and a Fighter Combat Leader. In his distinguished career spanning 37 years, the officer has held various important operational, command and staff appointments.

His flying skills and organizational expertise were recognized when he was selected as the Flight Commander for the first MiG 23 Squadron of 1AF and trained in Russia. He subsequently commanded the same squadron with distinction. He was also deputed to Iraq as a flying instructor. He commanded a frontline fighter base in Punjab. His leadership resulted in the award of six command trophies to his base in 1996. For his outstanding contribution he was the recipient of VM in 1983 and VSM in 1998.

In 1998 as CATSPAW at HQ WAC he revolutionised the methodology for making war plans. His methodology is now a standard for each Command HQ. He conceived and planned both the annual Command exercises of HQ WAC- 'Trishul 98' and 'Trishul 99'. These exercises brought in new concepts in Op preparedness and war fighting. As Director Electronic Warfare he was instrumental in changing the complete EW training package of 1AF. He was also responsible for fresh Inductions and upgrades of EW equipment.

He excelled as Commandant, Air Force Academy and revitalized and reoriented the training curriculum, methods, material and introduced an operational awareness in the environment. Zero garbage Scheme through wormiculture, mass afforestation and water harvesting project that he Instituted are still running successfully at Academy. His leadership and exceptional output was recognized when AFA was adjudged the Best Flying Station of Training Command for 2003.

On assuming charge at HQ IDS, he saw a communication gap between Services and DRDO. He setup a mechanism that provides this linkage. It has already improved mutual understanding and has led to better definition in R&D. A similar linkage is being established with Private Industry and Academia. He was instrumental in producing the road map for R&.D organisations through the document “Technology Needs for Joint War fighting". His contribution in providing valuable inputs to the Ketkar Committee would help in streamlining the Defence Procurement Methodology in the years to come. The officer has always displayed a visionary approach. His result oriented ethics and pragmatic approach have been a hallmark in achieving excellence in ail facets of the service ethos.

Air Vice Marshal Vinod Kumar Verma VM VSM has, thus, rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Rakesh Yadav (12809), VSM, AE (M) was commissioned on 05 July 71 in the Engineering Branch of IAF. He is one of the most experienced engineering officers on MiG-21 fighter aircraft. He is Russian trained on the MiG-25 reconnaissance aircraft and an alumnus of the prestigious Defence Services Staff College. During 34 years of distinguished service, he had held many important appointments and is presently Principal Director Engineering (A) at Air Headquarters.

Air Cmde Yadav, during his postings to MiG 21 Squadrons, has been member of the numerous courts of inquiries investigating into aircraft accidents and incidents, wherein he suggested appropriate remedial measures which substantially improved aircraft reliability. His MiG background particularly worked well during this tenure as the Chief Engineering Officer of the vital frontline airbase at Pathankot. For continuing excellence in the MiG fleet, Air Cmde Yadav was conferred the Vishisht Seva Medal in 1999.

Air Cmde Yadav was also the Station Commander of the premier MiG 23/MiG 27 Type Training Institute. He introduced radical changes in the teaching culture and introduced new publications for the benefits of trainees. As Principal Director of Maintenance Inspection at Air Headquarters, he spearheaded the important inspection of numerous maintenance and ground training institutes and identified areas, which improved the maintenance culture across the country.

In his present appointment as Principal Director of Engineering A, Air Cmde Yadav oversees the maintenance of the entire Russian fighter fleet. His singular effort in timely and wholly resolving numerous issues pertaining to aircraft modifications, concessions, spares and life extensions has resulted in increased availability and reliability of the otherwise aging MiG fleet. His persistent follow-up to resolve pending and new maintenance issues with Russians, and to establish requisite infrastructure in field units, has enabled smooth induction and effective exploitation of the newly inducted multi role combat Sukhois fighters and the upgraded MiG 21s. His individual attention has reorganized workspace and improved office environment, thereby improving functional efficiency of the Directorate.

Air Commodore Rakesh Yadav, VSM has thus rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Keshava Murthy Rama Sundara VSM (12833) AE (L) was commissioned in the Engineering Branch of the IAF on 05 July 1971. He is a graduate of Defence Services Staff College and has undergone Senior International Defence Management Course in USA in June 2004. He was trained abroad on MiG-23 and MiG-29 ac and has held numerous appointments including Jt Dr of MiG-25 and MiG-29 cell at Air HQ. The Air Officer was responsible in successfully setting up MiG-29 overhaul line with the available MiG-23 lines at 11 BRD inspite of certain serious constraints. As a CEO of one of the busiest fighter station, he took on the additional responsibility of Air to Air, Air to ground range besides the responsibilities of three fighter Squadrons and visiting Flying Squadrons doing around 1000 sorties per month, for which he was awarded Vishisht Seva Medal in 1994.

After assuming the Charge as AOC, he has been able to reduce the duration of Avro/ Dornier servicing activities through innovative methods. For the first time under his command, 10 ac were produced in 2003-04 and ferried out before 31 March 04 along with additional task of two Avro ac allotted by Air HQ. In task year 2004-05 also, 10 ac were ferried out within stipulated time frame. These achievements were possible due to foresight in planning, coordination with high level of motivation and timely review of work contents.

The Depot Is the nodal agency for repair and calibration of testers with an average task of about 13,000. The Depot has been continuously achieving 50% additional task under his leadership. An ambitious project for concession clearance through techno logistics approach was initiated during his tenure. In a period of 30 months, more than 800 concessions were cleared resulting in better op status of aircraft, availability and enhanced flight safety. The indigenisation efforts for testers and spares by the depot has resulted in huge saving of foreign exchange.

The Air Officer took up a case with Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission and succeeded in reduction of electricity tariff and saved crores of rupees for all defence units in Tamil Nadu. MES had condemned 07 aircraft hangars of the Depot as unsafe for use and recommended demolition and reconstruction, at a cost of about Rs 30 crores. Due to the Air Officer's initiative, the condition of hangars was reviewed and minor strengthening was done - resulting in a saving of about Rs. 29.4 crores. Under his leadership the morale of the personnel has always been very high. Various welfare activities were executed to enhance quality of life of the personnel.

Air Commodore Keshava Murthy Rama Sundara VSM has, thus, rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Vice Marshal Jyoti Narayan Burma VSM (13219) Adm was commissioned In the Administrative Branch on 30 December 72. He has held the appointments of D Ops (ATS) at Air HQ, C Adm O at AF Stn Tezpur and Yelahanka, CNTTO at HQ TC, IAF and SOA at HQ EAC, IAF. For his distinguished service of high order, he was awarded with VSM on 26 January 99,

The Air Officer has represented the Air Force ably at National and International forum. Earlier, he was an active member of the high-level review group for implementation of Future Air Navigational System (FANS) and the Civil-Military Integration Team, which laid down the basis for future integration of civil-military aviation activity, He was a member of the 'Pavement Evaluation Committee' for RW resurfacing, the Comm-ittee for projecting a comprehensive report on the proposed Civil Aviation policy, Civil Aviation Infrastructure Policy and amendments to the Aircraft Act 1937. As C Adm O at AF Station Yelahanka, the Air Officer was instrumental in the successful conduct of Aero India 2003.

AVM JN Burma having taken over the appointment of SOA visited each and every station under EAC ensuring personal interaction with all personnel. Based on the feedback a number of works services and welfare measures could be initiated at Command level to improve the working scenario in the North-East, a number of innovative security measures initiated were supervised by him for safeguarding the base against ANEs. For better utilisation of human resources he was instrumental in conducting a number of courses within command, i.e., NPF Orientation Course, Works Capsule Course, Training Capsule for Mess Managers, Waiters and Cooks, Security Awareness Workshop for IAF/P tradesmen, Continuing Medical Education Programme, Professional in-hospital training for General Duty medical officers. Legal Capsule Course and Manag-ement Capsule for officers were conducted and were appreciated by the respective directorates at Air HQ.

Through his inter-active style of functioning, AVM JN Burma Infused new sense of enthusiasm and work culture amongst the personnel. This channelised their collective energy into solving problems through innovation and self-help. A large number of welfare activities have seen a perceptible improvement in the quality of life and consequent upliftment of morale of personnel. With sincerity and dedication the Air Officer always fed his personnel from the front and by his personal example was always able to motivate and set a very high professional standard for his subordinates.

Air Vice Marshal Jyoti Narayan Burma VSM has thus rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Vice Marshal Naresh Verma VSM (13235) Adm was commissioned on 30 December 1972 in the Administrative Branch of the IAF. During his three decades of service, he has held the appointments of C Adm at major bases apart from Principal Director (PD) of AF works and is presently the Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration (SOA) of HQ Central Air Command (CAC) since April 04. The Air Officer is also an alumnus of National Defence College.

During his tenure at Bhuj during 1995-96 he displayed a high degree of professionalism which resulted in the commencement of major works services including one for uninterrupted water supply to a remotely located AF Station. At AF Jamnagar his involvement in completion of runway resurfacing besides other major works services merit mention.

The administrative skills of AVM Verma were demonstrated during his tenure at AFS Yelahanka, post Aero-India 98. The massive infrastructural needs for an international event including hangars, roads, power supply, costing Rs. 1400 lakhs were planned and executed within 6-8 months. His co-ordination with the various authorities was largely responsible for the success of the event. The pioneering effort by the Air Officer in disaster management, security, manpower planning, crowd control are now being used as guidelines for Aero India events. At AF Station New Delhi the noteworthy milestones of AVM Verma's tenure were renovation of old buildings, married accommodation for airmen at Gurgaon and early completion of Akash Officers' Mess. With his strong background of works services, during his tenure as PD AF Works he was able to accelerate the release of projects worth 300 Crores during CWP 02-03 and CWP 03-04. Besides, he has been involved in the planning and execution for infrastructural works for high tech inductions such as Aerostat, Bison ac, Advanced Jet Trainer, establishment of new airfields and first-of-its-kind Hydrant Refuelling System project in IAF. During the past one year as SOA, HQ EAC, AVM Verma has contributed towards all facets of administration encompassing security, enhancement of quality of life, catering, physical fitness and sports. Innovative measures for enhancing standards in messes and married accommodation have brought out tremendous feeling of satisfaction and high morale amongst personnel. The Air Officer's involvement and contribution during the floods in July 2004 at Air Force Station Darbhanga and adjoining regions in Bihar was noteworthy. His planning and supervision of the rehabilitation of the completely submerged Station help the unit restore its activities and function' in record time.

Air Vice Marshal Naresh Verma VSM has, thus, rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Robin Chandra Baruah (13156) F (P) was commissioned in the Flying Branch of the IAF on 24 June 72. In 33 years of distinguished service, he has held several important Command and Staff appointments that include Commanding Officer of a Flight Inspection Unit and a Heavy Transport (1L76) Squadron (Sqn), Chief Operations Officer of two premier transport bases and Senior Air Staff Officer at Headquarters Air Officer Commanding, Jammu & Kashmir. He is an alumnus of the National Defence College.

An A-2 Flying Instructor with more than 7000 hours of accident free flying, he has operated extensively in both the Northern and the Eastern sectors and actively participated in Op Pawan and Op Cactus. As the Commanding Officer of the IL-76 Sqn, he improved the operational status of aircrew and serviceability of aircraft that resulted in surpassing the previous record of yearly flying hours. Under his professional leadership, when the main runway was under repair, the Sqn achieved all the tasks operating the mighty jets from the short runway (6000 ft), for one year.

Air Cmde RC Baruah was appointed the Air Officer Commanding of the biggest Air Force base on 05 January 04. Under his supervision and guidance, the induction of strategic force multiplier Flight Refuelling Squadron into the IAF was smoothly accomplished and its performances in various exercises and aerial displays at home and abroad brought laurels to the IAF. Under his direction, goosenecks for emergency lighting of runway were replaced by inverter operated Compact Fluorescent Lights which not only resulted in savings of kerosene oil costing Rs,3, 64000 and 1600 man hours per year, but also ensured a smoke free environment. With due diligence, he successfully implemented a self sustaining zero garbage and vermiculture scheme covering more than 1900 house holds and six living-in messes of the station.

Under Air Cmde RC Baruah's leadership, the Station won the Pride of Central Air Command Trophy for the year 2004. He, with his foresight, accurate planning and perseverance, was able to provide a new purpose and direction to the personnel of the station, who rose to achieve a number of difficult and challenging tasks.

Air Commodore Robin Chandra Baruah has thus rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Vikas Krishna Rao Yajurvedi VM (13248) Flying (Pilot) was commissioned on 23 December 72 in fighter stream of IAF. Since commissioning he has flown a total of 4245 hrs of flying on different fighter and trainer aircraft. He is an A2 Qualified Flying Instructor and a Fighter Combat Leader and in his 32 years of distinguished service, he has held various important command and staff appointments. He is an alumnus of both Defence Service Staff College and National Defence College. He was awarded Vayu Sena Medal for devotion to duty on 26 January 02.

The officer commanded a MiG 23 Squadron where he ensured a very high operational state and set high standards, of leadership. As Chief Operations Officer at a major flying base, the officer was entrusted to ensure that the operational capability of the station and the various lodger units was maintained at the highest level. The Officer with his acumen professional knowledge and managerial skills ensured that the various operations and exercises given to the unit were performed in the most exceptional manner, which was appreciated by the higher ups. As CO Flying Instructor School, he introduced an innovative “Situations Awar-eness Programme" in flying training, thus, contributing significantly towards enhanced flight safety. The School was awarded the Flight Safety and Maintenance Trophy in year 2000. Under his dynamic leadership, the School reinducted the Kiran aircraft and carried out a smooth and efficient change over to a new training pattern including Kiran and HPT-32 aircraft. He is presently the Air Officer Commanding of a frontline fighter base in western sector. He has led Air Force Station to very high standards in all spheres of activities for it to be adjudged the Best Fighter Station i.e., Pride of SWAC - Best Operational Wing for the year 2004. Under his dynamic leadership the Station has achieved many milestones like successful induction of Bison aircraft alongside setting up of Bison Tech Flight and timely completion of its avionics lab. His meticulous planning and professionalism combined with magna-nimous approach makes him a natural leader

The Air Officer with his varied experience and unique professionalism took on himself an exhaustive research on the defect and trend analysis for the fleet of aircraft being operated at the base. The report presented to the DG (Inspection and Safety) in the year 2004 came in for special appreciation. As an effective administrator, he improved the working environment of the Wing and lodger units and quality of life for its personnel. The Wing successfully carried out many innovations, which resulted in reduction in concessions for aircraft maintenance and enhanced Flight/Maintenance Safety. Air Cmde Vikas Krishna Rao Yajurvedi VM has, thus, rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Ram Krishan Ganjoo VSM (13362) Medical an alumnus of the Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, joined the Medical Branch of the IAF in March 1973. He is presently holding the coveted appointment of AOC of the prestigious Air Force Central Medical Establishment at New Delhi since 01 March 05.

An astute physician always aiming for professional excellence, he furthered his academic pursuits with a post graduation in General Medicine from Pune University followed by a post graduate Fellowship In Clinical Haematolagy from St Bartholomew's Hospital, London. He is a certified Haemeto-oncologist of the Royal College of Physicians, London. During his service career spanning over three decades, he has held several important appointments, which includes Staff Surgeon to Chief of Air Staff, Senior Advisor Medicine and Head of the Department of Medicine at AFCME, New Delhi and Com mand Hospital Air Force, Bangalore. For distinguished services and devotion to duty, he was awarded Commendation by Air Officer Commanding in Chief, Western Air-Command in 1978 and Vishisht Seva Medal by the President of India in 1990. As Senior Advisor and Head of the Department of Medicine of the Apex Tertiary Care Super-specialty Hospital of the Air Force, at Bangalore, he conceptualized and set into motion various activities which brought about a sea change in the patient reception and care services in the Medical Out Patient Department as well as Intensive Care facilities for the critically ill patients. He was also instrumental in initiating the process for setting up of state-of-art invasive Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. He has distinguished himself as an excellent medical teacher, guided many research projects and contributed several scientific papers to national and international journals. Profe ssionally acclaimed nationality, he has been honoured with Membership of the National Academy of Medical Sciences, the Fellowship of the Indian College of Physicians and the Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine. In his present appointment as AOC at AFCME, he has displayed excellent leadership qualities and administrative skills, in addition to his professional achievements. He has, through his proactive and positive attitude as well as highest norms of interpersonal relationship and time management, put AFCME on fast track, to be the first ISO 9001:2000 certified Medical Unit of the IAF. Through his untiring efforts, he has streamlined the evaluation process of the pilots of the IAF and ensured effective and on line medical documentation for the civil aircrew, wherein those declared medically fit to fly are back in the cockpit at the earliest, thereby uplifting the morale and ensuring saving of skilled man hours.

Air Commodore Ram Krishan Ganjoo VSM has thus rendered distinguished services of an exceptionally high order.

Air Commodore Lalit Kumar Malhotra VSM (13373) Flying (Pilot) was commissioned as a fighter pilot in the Indian Air Force on 02 June 1973. In his 32 years of distinguished service, he has held various prestigious command and staff appointments that include command of a fighter squadron, Chief Operations Officer of a major fighter base, Command of a Tactical Air Centre and Director Personnel (Officers) at Air HQ. The officer is a qualified flying instructor, graduate of Defence Services Staff College and alumni of Higher Command Course, MHOW.

The officer has approximately 4000 hours of accident free flying on a variety of fighter aircraft. As CO of a fighter Sqn, and later as COO of a major fighter base the officer had performed creditably in all aspects. As Director Personnel (Officers) at Air Headquarters, the officer had brought about many changes in promotion policies of officers resulting in faster promotions, and reduced adversity in promotion ratios.

As AOC, the officer has harmoniously amalgamated all facets of operations, maintenance and administration, and has created an environment conducive for safe flying operations leading to extensive amount of productive flying. Under his leadership, the station and its lodger units had put up a sterling performance during DASI and AEB. Having earned the enviable reputation of always delivering the goods, the Air Officer was chosen for being assigned the sole responsibility of preparation and deployment of 200 personnel strong contingent for Ex-Co-op Thunder 04-01 at Alaska during Jun-August 2004. The Air Officer operationalised the contingent it all its requisite disciplines in the shortest possible time with extremely high standards. Concu rrently, his station was also chosen as a pilot site for the IMMOLS project. Under his able leadership and guidance, the project has taken off rather successfully, thereby improving the functioning of op logistics in the IAF.

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by optimisation of resources and expeditious translation of concepts into actionable ideas. His clarity of thought and direction, and adept handling of the emergent situation created by unprecedented floods in August 2004 enabled the station to recover within 72 hours without any loss to its assets. All this has resulted in large savings to the exchequer. Other notable contributions made by the officer have been organising of an Op Seminar on Jaguar ops, dedication of a newly conceptualised Museum to the station, and creation of a work environment which has enabled his subordinates to work, towards clearly defined objectives thus maximising output. Total involvement at macro and micro levels in large number of work services and maintenance related innovations/modifi cations has again resulted in substantial savings and ease of ops. The officer has clearly led by example and has displayed exceptional op capabilities, administrative acumen and management skills in all facets of discharging his duties as the AOC of a major operational base.

Air Commodore Lalit Kumar Malhotra VSM has, thus, rendered distinguished services of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Satish Pal Singh VM (13770) Flying (Pilot) has been in command of Air Force Station, Yelahanka since 14 October 03. Prior to taking over command of the Station, Air Cmde SP Singh was the Chief Instructor at the Station and contributed immensely to the success of Aero India 2003, beside accomplishing all training tasks of the station.

As the JD Ops (T) In Air HQ (VB), Air Cmde SP Singh Initiated several projects for the IAF, which are now bearing fruit. In 1997 he was a member of a delegation to Russia, Ukraine and Uzbekistan to select and finalise the FRA requirements for the Air Force. During the Kargil operations in May 1999, as the Commanding Officer of a frontline Transport Squadron he planned and executed the airlift of Army and Air force units to the war front and was awarded the Vayu Sena Medal for gallantry. During his tenure as the Commanding Officer the Squadron was adjudged the “Best Transport Squadron" of the Air Force for two consecutive years. He also achieved the singular distinction of becoming the first pilot to land both the IL-76 and An-32 aircraft, by night, at Thoise, giving an enormous fillip to the operational utilisation of these aircraft. In the aftermath of Bhuj earthquake he led the Squadron in conducting round the clock relief operations bringing succor to the victims of the earthquake.

In his present tenure as Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station, Yelahanka he has ensured that the task of training of aircrew transport aircraft and Mi-8 helicopters is undertaken with emphasis on quality and timely completion, despite the constraints in available resources. Apart from meeting the routine tasks of the Station, Air Cmde SP Singh has led his team of officers and airmen to discharge the additional responsibilities entrusted to the Station. An-32 aircraft and Mi-8 helicopter of the station played a key role in providing relief to the large population affected by Tsunami.

Aero India 2005 was held at Air Force Station Yelahanka from 09 February to 13 February 05. This involved a mammoth task. Air Cmde SP Singh streamlined all planning and procedures for the Airshow and meticulously supervised the large amount of infrastructure works for the Airshow. The Airshow was an unprecedented success and was highly appreciated by all dignitaries and visitors.

Air Commodore Satish Pal Singh VM has thus rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Malvinder Singh Ahluwalia (13809) Flying (Pilot) was commissioned in the Flying Branch of the IAF on 01 June 74. In his 30 years of distinguished service, he has held important command and staff appointments that include command of two missile squadrons, a Tactical Air Centre, a forward Air Base, Ops-l A at HQ Central Air Command and instructor at National Defence Academy. A Qualified Flying Instructor, an alumnus of Defence Services Staff College and Army War College, he is presently Air Officer Commanding (AOC) of AF Station Tambaram since 16 November 04.

As Station Cdr of a forward Air Base, the Officer was actively involved in Op Vijay and Kargil Operations. As Ops-IA at HQ Central Air Command, he was responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating the activities relating to 'Op Parakram', conduct of Indo-French AF Exercise (Ex-Garuda) in February 03, and the Indo-US AF Exercise (Ex Cope India) in March 04. On induction of IL78 Flight Refueling Aircraft (FRA) In IAF, he was involved fn smooth induction and training of aircrew. In all the activities, the officer had displayed true professionalism and foresight to ensure maximum organisational benefits.

On 26 December 2004, a massive earthquake followed by Tsunami waves struck the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Air Force Station Tambaram, which Air Cmde Ahluwalia was Commanding, was made the main support and launch base for rescue and relief operations, both for Andaman & Nicobar as well as for Tamil Nadu. Thus, the entire planning and execution of the rescue and relief operations for this vast area became his responsibility. Within two hours he marshalled all resources under his command and ensured that the Operations, Maintenance and Administrative Control Centres were established, which remained the nerve centre of all relief operations. Despite total communication failure and against heavy odds, the station was able to launch the first aircraft within four hours on the SOS relayed by Carnicobar air base through a civil aircraft. Requests from Tamil Nadu Govt for launching search and rescue operations of coastal areas and Island administration for despatch of immediate relief like food and water intensified the complexity of the situation. Handling the situation on a war footing, he coordinated all the rescue and relief operations with the State Govt, and island administration very efficiently, while maintaining constant liaison with service/command HQ and a large number of philanthropic organizations. Massive relief, rescue operations were launched from two bases - Tambaram and Meenambakkam airport to despatch the relief materials and reception of about 1400 service personnel and their families besides over 5000 civilian victims of the islands. Hospitality being the adjunct in such a situation, he ensured that all the facilities available at Tambaram airfield were utilised for the benefit of the affected personnel, who were comfortably placed and counseled by a team of clinical psychologists to overcome the trauma. Leading by example, he motivated the entire stn to provide smooth and efficient relief operations under extreme daunting conditions.

Air Commodore Malvinder Singh Ahluwalia has thus rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.

Air Commodore Sanjib Bordoloi (13912) Flying (Pilot) was commissioned in the Flying branch of the Indian Air Force on 15 February 1975. He is A2 Qualified Flying Instructor, graduate of Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) and alumni of National Defence College. The Officer during his distinguished service has held many field and staff appointments such as Examiner in the Aircrew Examining Board (AEB), Commanding Officer (CO) of a fighter Squadron, Ops 1 at Command HQ, Chief Operations Officer in a flying base and CO of signals Unit. Presently the Officer is performing the duties of Air Officer Commanding of major flying base in the northern sector since 05 January 05. As CO of a frontline fighter Squadron in Northern Sector, he ensured high operational readiness of the Squadron. Thereafter, the Officer as Commanding Officer of a Signals Unit ensured that the men and material placed under his command were optimally utilised for the operational tasks of the Unit. The Officer was directing staff in the prestigious DSSC and also headed the Teaching Team (Air) in the same College.

Unprecedented heavy snow fall in Kashmir valley between January-March 2005 isolated Srinagar from the rest of the mainland as the NH-1 was blocked for prolonged periods due to landslides. The twin airfields at Srinagar and Awantipur were the only lifelines for the affected population of Jammu and Kashmir. Air Cmde Bordoloi displayed tremendous leadership and guided his men ably to ensure that relief operations continued from these airfields despite hostile and inimical climatic conditions. The airfields were kept in a state of readiness throughout so that essential supplies could be provided to the marooned and causalities evacuated for treatment. During the summer months, helicopter traffic to the Amarnath valley was sustained by setting up ATC facilities at Baitel and by timely regulation of civil and military traffic. He ensured this by constant and excellent liaison with civil administration.

Air Cmde Sanjib Bordoioi's exceptional leadership qualities once again provided succor to the people of the valley when in the aftermath of severe earthquake on 08 October 05, he led his team of Air Warriors in a most outstanding manner to set up a quake relief camp at Urusa village (close to toe LOC) on 09 October 05 itself. It was due to his foresight, planning and excellent organising abilities that relief material could be channelised to the distraught and needy immediately. The Medicare centre established at Urusa and efficient distribution of relief supplies to the four villages adopted by the Air Force bears testimony to his skills of his leadership. Air Cmde Bordoloi has also been instrumental in initiating the rehabilitation process for the villages of Urusa, Isham, Gwalata and Chakara, all in the vicinity of the LOC. The primary school has already started functioning from the newly constructed shelter and relief material is being distributed to the villagers from the village sites itself.

Air Commodore Sanjib Bordoloi has thus rendered distinguished service of exceptional order.