IAF & EAC Cup races held with grandeur at Royal Calcutta Turf Club

The prestigious IAF and EAC Cup races were held with grandeur at the Royal Calcutta Turf Club. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh presented the IAF Cup, celebrating the strong association between the IAF and the historic club, fostering community bonds.

The prestigious Indian Air Force (IAF) Cup and Eastern Air Command (EAC) Cup races were conducted with grandeur at the historic Royal Calcutta Turf Club (RCTC) on Wednesday. These annual fixtures, instituted in 1996, commemorate the strong association between the Indian Air Force and the RCTC, according to a release.

IAF Leadership Graces the Occasion

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, PVSM, AVSM, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and presented the coveted IAF Cup to the winner. Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia, AVSM, VM, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Air Command, presented the EAC Cup.

A Spectacle of Unity and Splendour

The event saw enthusiastic participation and was attended by senior officers from the Army, Navy, and Coast Guard, further underscoring the unity among India's armed forces.

Adding to the splendour of the day was an enthralling performance by the Indian Air Force Band, which captivated the audience with its harmonious renditions, embodying the spirit and pride of the Air Force.

Historic Partnership and Enduring Legacy

The RCTC, founded in 1847 and bestowed the title "Royal" in 1912, remains one of the most prestigious horse racing organisations in the country. It continues to host the IAF and EAC Cup races as a tribute to the rich heritage and contributions of the Indian Air Force.

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh lauded the event as a significant milestone in fostering camaraderie and strengthening the bond between the armed forces and the community as a whole.

The Indian Air Force remains committed to promoting excellence and partnerships across diverse domains, and events like these exemplify its enduring legacy of professionalism, pride, and unity.

Cup Winners Announced

Races were won by the respective horses: IAF CUP Horse: Abhicandra Jockey: Antony Raj S. Owner: Mr Vikram Bachhawat EAC Cup Horse: Laguna Seca Jockey: MS Deora Owner: Caimhill stud farms Pvt td & Sarainaga Racing Pvt Ltd.

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