Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu took over the command of Base Repair Depot, TughlakabadNew Delhi. 06 January 2025. Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu took over the command of Base Repair Depot, Tughlakabad on 06 Jan 25 from Air Commodore Rishi Seth. The handing over / taking over took place with an impressive ceremonial parade by the depot personnel.

Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu was commissioned into the Aeronautical Engineering stream of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 30th May 1994. He brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise. He is an alumni of the Air Force Technical College (AFTC), Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) and College of Air Warfare, Secunderabad. He possesses a large spectrum of technical expertise in the field of aviation and Guided Weapon Missile system.

The Air Officer has held numerous key appointments throughout his distinguished career. These includes Chief Engineering Officer of a premier Air Force Base, Staff appointments at Operational Command Headquarters and Air Headquarters. In recognition of his distinguished service, Air Commodore Sahu was awarded the Vishisth Seva Medal by the President of India on 26th January 2023.