School Textbooks to have a chapter on Abhinandan!

March 6: In a prompt move, Rajasthan Education Department has proposed that a chapter on the valour of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman be included in school textbooks. Rajasthan education minister Govind Singh Dotasra expressed the view that “The tale of his bravery will motivate students.” He further said, “The education department will soon decide on which classes will be taught the chapter.”

Ever since he pursued Pakistani fighter jets across the Line of Control and shot down their F-16 fighter, Abhinandan Varthaman, Indian Air Force pilot  has become a household name across the country. On February 27, 34-year-old Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman piloted a MiG-21 Bison aircraft along with seven other Indian jets to intercept a pack of 24 Pakistani aircraft that were targeting Indian military installations. However, he crossed the Line of Control chasing a Pak F-16 fighter jet where he was captured.

Abhinandan Varthaman was released on March 1 — hours after India demanded his “immediate and safe return”. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan claimed the release was a “gesture of peace”.