Watch: Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman returns to his base amidst celebrations
Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman’s aircraft was shot down in a dogfight February 27, after which he was taken prisoner by Pakistan and then released.
Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has returned to his base in Jammu & Kashmir, according to videos being circulated on social media.
Wing Commander Abhinandan's video surfaces post his joining active duty. He looks in fine fettle getting selfies clicked and thanking families of service personnel for praying for him.@IndianExpress pic.twitter.com/w8RTisZK5k
— Man Aman Singh Chhina (@manaman_chhina) May 4, 2019
Abhinandan’s plane was shot down during an air-battle between India and Pakistan on February 27, following which he bailed out and landed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Abhinandan was attacked by a mob but was rescued by Pakistan’s army. He was returned to India as a peace gesture on March 1.
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In the latest videos, Abhinandan can be seen posing for pictures with his colleagues.
“All these photographs are for your family members, since I could not meet everyone personally but I know their wishes played a role in my recovery,” Abhinandan can be heard saying to his colleagues.
