Operation Sindoor: He Stayed True To His Childhood Resolve, Says DGAO Bharti's Mother
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Known for his calm, humble nature, Awadhesh Bharti pursued studies with determination to fulfil his grandfather's dream, eventually rising to the rank of Air Marshal
Amid the India-Pakistan conflict, Director General of Air Operations (DGAO) Awadhesh Kumar Bharti has hit the headlines for overseeing Operation Sindoor, where the Indian Air Force conducted strategic bombings on terrorist hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The two countries have now reached a ceasefire, ending immediate hostilities.
Awadhesh Kumar Bharti, a native of Jhunni Kala village in Bihar's Purnia, has played a key role in these operations. Known for his calm and humble nature since childhood, Bharti pursued his studies with determination to fulfil his grandfather's dreams. His perseverance and commitment eventually led him to rise to the rank of Air Marshal.
When a team from Local 18 visited Bharti's native village, they met his mother, uncle, and other villagers. Bharti comes from a humble background. His father, Jeevch Lal Yadav, is a retired clerk, and he has three brothers and one sister. His mother, Urmila Devi, expressed her pride, recalling that Awadhesh had aspired to join the Air Force since childhood to fulfil his grandfather's dreams.
Speaking to Local18, Urmila Devi said, 'To fulfil his grandfather's dream, he was determined to fly an aircraft since childhood. He completed his studies, got a job, and is now serving the nation."
She added, 'I have three sons, and the eldest, Awadhesh Kumar Bharti, is currently posted as an Air Marshal in the Indian Air Force."
His dedication to his studies and his current role in national service reflect his unwavering determination.
Speaking to Local18, his mother shared that he enjoys traditional dishes like stuffed bitter gourd and Nenua vegetable, which she lovingly prepares whenever he visits the village. She expressed immense pride in her son, who remains deeply committed to protecting the nation and has pledged to serve India for the rest of his life.
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