New Delhi: India has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) announcing an Indian Air Force (IAF) exercise over parts of Gujarat, close to the southern sector of the India–Pakistan border, scheduled between January 20 and January 21, 2026.

According to reports, the designated airspace will be temporarily reserved for military operations from 1430 UTC on January 20 to 1800 UTC on January 21, 2026. The restricted zone covers areas extending from the north Gujarat region towards the Kutch coastline, near the Arabian Sea. It is further learnt that prior to these dates, the NOTAM will also be applicable on January 6 and 7.

The advisory has been issued to alert civil aviation operators of potential airspace restrictions during the exercise period, and commercial flights may be rerouted to ensure safety and operational efficiency.

Defence sources said the exercise is part of routine preparedness and training activities conducted by the Indian Air Force to maintain operational readiness. Such drills are regularly carried out and do not indicate any immediate escalation. DeshGujarat