Lakshman Madhav Katre
Ati Vishist Seva Medal |
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As the Commandant of the Air Force Academy at Dundigal, he expanded the facilities to cater for the training of ground duty officers. Flying activity at the base was successfully reoriented for advance training on jet aircraft and a safety record was achieved during his tenure. On completion of a Royal College of Defence Studies course in England in 1976, he was appointed Senior Air Staff officer of a major air command. Under his direction, the operational effectiveness of the forces in the command increased greatly. With his wide experience of fighter flying, he was able to conduct various air exercises which simulated realistic battle conditions.
He died suddenly while still serving, on 1 July 1985.
The Katre House in The Air Force School ( Subroto Park) was named after him.
Military honours and awards
Param Vishisht Seva Medal | Ati Vishisht Seva Medal | General Service Medal | |
Samar Seva Star
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Paschimi Star | Raksha Medal
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Sangram Medal |
Sainya Seva Medal | Videsh Seva Medal | Indian Independence Medal | 25th Anniversary of Independence Medal
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30 Years Long Service Medal
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20 Years Long Service Medal
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9 Years Long Service Medal
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War Medal 1939–1945 |
References
- ^ "Indian Air Force Gallantry & Service Awards Register [www.bharat-rakshak.com]". Bharat-rakshak.com. Retrieved 26 March 2012.
- ^ "Indian Air Force :: Lakshman Mohan Katre". Bharat-rakshak.com. Retrieved 26 March 2012.
- ^ Hindu, The (15 April 2011). "LM Katre Memorial Lecture". The Hindu. Retrieved 19 October 2012.