Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, inaugurated the 16th ‘Jumbo’ Majumdar International Seminar, organized by the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS), on March 4, 2025, at the Air Force Auditorium. The seminar was centered around the theme ‘Evolving Dynamics of Aerospace Power’, with Air Vice Marshal Anil Golani (Retd), Director General of CAPS, delivering the welcome address.
The ‘Jumbo’ Majumdar International Seminar is an annual event held in honor of the late Wg Cdr Karun Krishna Majumdar, a distinguished fighter pilot from pre-Independence India.
The seminar featured discussions on a wide range of topics, including Integrated Aerospace Management, leveraging space for air control, the role of drones and Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT) in future conflicts, the impact of Electronic Warfare (EW) and cyber operations on aerial warfare, and the integration of emerging and niche technologies into 5th-generation aircraft for the Indian Air Force.
Eminent panelists shared insights, and the event brought together officials, researchers, and aviation enthusiasts from various backgrounds. The discussions reignited enthusiasm among both young professionals and seasoned experts, paving the way for future advancements in the aerospace sector.