New I Card For Veterans - Not From ZSB : Order Issued

Air HQ has issued order regarding issue of Identity card for Air Veterans. Details of eligibility, validity, application process has been described in the AF Order reproduced below :-

AFO 16/2024
AIR FORCE ORDER
BY
AIR CHIEF MARSHAL VR CHAUDHARI, PVSM AVSM VM ADC
CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF

NO. 16/2024

AIR HEADQUARTERS

NEW DELHI, TUESDAY. 25 SEP 2024

(Valid for 10 years from the date of issue)

ISSUE OF INDIAN AIR FORCE VETERAN IDENTITY CARD TO DISCHARGED INDIAN AIR FORCE AIRMEN/ NCs(E)

Introduction

1. Airmen and NCs(E) proceeding on discharge with pensionary benefits will be issued with an Indian Air Force Veteran Identity Card (IAFVIC) similar to the ROIC issued to Retired Officers and Hony Commissioned Officers.

Occasions for Usage of IAFVIC

The IAFVIC issued to Airmen and NCs(E) proceeding on discharge is to be used only on occasions such as availing of URC and medical facilities.
On occasions when discharged Airmen/ NCs(E) visit offices of the Indian Air Force or other Service formations/ units, they will have to seek, entry through the Main Guard Room/ Reception, like other visitors and not on production of IAFVIC.

Categories

To whom IAFVIC would be Issued. Airmen and NCs(E) proceeding on discharge from IAF with pensionary benefits would qualify for issue of IAFVIC.
To whom IAFVIC would not be Issued. IAFVIC would not be issued to following Airmen/ NCs(E):-
Airmen and NCs(E) dismissed from service.

The Air Veterans Card is a new initiative by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to honor and recognize the service and contributions of its retired personnel. It’s a personalized card that acknowledges the individual’s service and provides a sense of belonging to the IAF community.

_Eligibility:_

All retired IAF personnel, including officers, airmen, and NCs(E) (Non-Combatant Enrolled) personnel, are eligible for the Air Veterans Card.
Past retirees can also apply for the card.

Issuing Authority:_