Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh

  • Two Indian Air Force Pilots Killed in Su-30MKI Crash While on Training Sortie

By Team ADU

New Delhi. 06 March 2026. The nation grieves the tragic loss of two courageous Indian Air Force pilots, Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh, who lost their lives when their Su-30MKI fighter aircraft crashed during a training sortie in Assam. Both officers were serving on an operational training mission after taking off from the Jorhat Air Force Station when the aircraft went down in the Karbi Anglong region.

Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh were dedicated officers who represented the highest values of the Indian Air Force—discipline, courage, and unwavering commitment to the nation. As skilled fighter pilots entrusted with flying one of India’s most advanced combat aircraft, they carried out their duties with exceptional professionalism and pride.

Their untimely passing is a deep loss to their families, colleagues and to the nation they served with honour and devotion. The bravery and sacrifice of these young officers remind us of the risks undertaken daily by those who guard the country’s skies and ensure our safety.

ADU salutes their service and mourns their loss. Their memory will live on as a symbol of dedication, courage, and selfless service to the nation. May their souls rest in eternal peace.