412 Agniveervayu Automobile Technicians Graduate from IAF's Avadi Training Institute

Chennai, June 13, 2026: The Indian Air Force celebrated the successful completion of training for 412 Agniveervayu Automobile Technician trainees at the Mechanical Transport Training Institute, located at Air Force Station Avadi in Chennai. These trainees marked this significant achievement by participating in a Ceremonial Passing Out Parade on June 12, 2026.

The parade not only marked the end of their specialized training but also the beginning of their careers in various operational and administrative roles within the Indian Air Force. Air Vice Marshal Atul Laxmandas Golani, the Command Technical Training Officer at Headquarters Training Command, reviewed the proceedings. He inspected the contingents, witnessing the precision and discipline displayed by the trainees.

In his address, Air Vice Marshal Golani commended the trainees for their hard work, determination, and discipline throughout the intensive training program. He recognized their efforts in successfully completing a challenging course designed to equip them with essential skills.

The Mechanical Transport Training Institute's program aims to provide Agniveervayu personnel with the technical expertise necessary to operate and maintain the diverse range of vehicles used by the Indian Air Force. It covers subjects like automobile technology, vehicle maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair procedures, road safety, and the handling of various mechanical transport categories.

Alongside technical training, the program also includes military instruction to enhance physical fitness, discipline, teamwork, and operational awareness. This comprehensive approach ensures that the Automobile Technicians are well-prepared to support the Indian Air Force's logistical operations.

Automobile Technicians are crucial to maintaining the mobility and logistical readiness of the Indian Air Force. They ensure the upkeep of vehicles essential for transporting personnel, equipment, and supplies across various Air Force locations and operations.

The continuous availability and reliability of mechanical transport assets are vital for routine operations, emergency responses, and mission deployments. The newly trained Agniveervayu personnel will now play an integral role in maintaining these assets at peak operational readiness.

Air Vice Marshal Golani urged the graduates to uphold the highest professional standards, emphasizing that technical skills must be accompanied by integrity, discipline, and responsibility. He also encouraged them to contribute to nation-building and maintain a strong service ethos.

The Reviewing Officer highlighted that their professionalism, cooperation, and performance would directly impact the operational effectiveness of the Indian Air Force. The ceremonial parade demonstrated the confidence and military bearing cultivated during their training.

As the ceremony concluded, the 412 Agniveervayu Automobile Technicians embarked on the next stage of their careers, ready to be deployed to various Indian Air Force units. There, they will apply their technical knowledge to meet the service’s operational and logistical needs.

Their graduation underscores the Indian Air Force’s commitment to developing skilled, disciplined, and mission-oriented personnel capable of meeting the challenges of modern military operations.