Squadron Leader Pervez Jamsji (retd)

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Coordination of infantry, navy and air force is crucial for winning the war. In the Indo-Pakistani war of 1971, the Indian Army had blown the dust off Pakistan with immense bravery and good coordination. Squadron Leader Pervez Jamsji (retd), who bravely faced enemy attacks during air operations in East Pakistan during the war, recently died in Mumbai. He was 78 years old. Today, the helicopters and fighter jets of the Indian Air Force are based on modern technology. While piloting it, the pilot has access to a wide range of safety and security features at the click of a button. About 50 years ago, such technology did not exist for helicopters and planes.

The skills of every pilot in the sky were being tested. Squadron leader Pervez Jamsji's performance was a symbol of that skill. At that time, Jamsji was working in the helicopter department as a 'flight lieutenant'. His division was ready at the base at Dimagiri in Mizoram. With the help of Russian M-4 helicopters, they landed hundreds of soldiers in enemy territory. In December 1971, his helicopter was attacked by Pakistani forces with automatic rifles and small arms. In a very difficult situation, Jamsji brought the helicopter back to Dimagiri. Once in enemy territory, their helicopter had a technical breakdown. The engine stopped in the air.

When that happens, a pilot can't do much. The only option is to leave the helicopter in front of him and jump into the sky with the help of an aerial umbrella. But Jamsji was not among those who accepted the option. At the last moment, he skillfully maneuvered the helicopter. Helicopters brought into Indian territory from enemy territory. He was shot once in the leg, but did not give up. In this war, the Indian Air Force dominated the skies. He bombed the runways in East Pakistan, embarrassing Pakistan. With the support of the Indian Air Force, the troops advanced to Dhaka and achieved a decisive victory. Jamsji was awarded the 'Veerchakra' for his achievements in the war. Jamsji, who joined the Air Force as a pilot in 1965, retired in 1985. He was also lauded by the Maharashtra government for his bravery in the war against Pakistan.

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