Air Marshal B Manikantan, the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Central Air Command, met with Madhya Pradesh Chief Secretary Anurag Jain in Bhopal on December 6, 2025, to strengthen coordination between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the state administration. The discussions focused on enhancing security, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and operational readiness during emergencies. Air Marshal Manikantan emphasized the IAF’s commitment to supporting the state in critical interventions, while Chief Secretary Jain praised the IAF’s timely response, which bolstered the state’s disaster management capabilities. This collaborative effort illustrates the importance of synergy between military and civil authorities in ensuring public safety and resilience during crises.