NewzDuring the Kargil conflict, the Indian Air Force (IAF) executed Operation Safed Sagar to support ground forces in high-altitude combat. The mission initially faced significant operational difficulties, particularly regarding the accuracy of unguided bombing at extreme elevations.
The strategic turning point occurred with the deployment of Mirage 2000 aircraft equipped with laser-guided bombs. This technological upgrade enabled precision strikes that were instrumental in the recapture of critical positions, including Tiger Hill, ultimately demonstrating the decisive role of air power in the victory.
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