IAF Personnel Found Dead from Gunshot at Hasimara Base
An Indian Air Force personnel, Pulkit Tak, was found dead from a gunshot wound at Hasimara Air Force Station in West Bengal. The incident, which occurred while he was on duty, remains under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting a self-inflicted injury. This tragic event echoes a similar incident from the previous year involving another Air Force member in Maharashtra, highlighting potential stress-related issues affecting personnel. The strategic location of Hasimara, near the India-Bhutan border, underscores the importance of addressing mental health and support systems within the armed forces to maintain operational readiness and morale. Further details from the ongoing investigation are awaited.