New Delhi, August 19, 2025 – In a significant development, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) indicating an upcoming military air exercise in the border regions of Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab, scheduled from 19th to 21st August 2025.
The exercise will involve airspace restrictions in select sectors, with flight corridors being temporarily re-routed or suspended during high-mobility drills. This exercise, positioned close to the Pakistan border, aims to test strategic readiness, rapid deployment capability, and aerial coordination in a high-threat environment.
Sources suggest this drill will focus on tactical preparedness and response time, amid heightened vigilance in border zones. Civil aviation authorities and pilots have been notified to ensure air traffic safety and compliance.
Travelers and airlines should monitor official advisories for possible delays or changes in flight routes.
