Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari announced plans to formalize the pattern of holding exercises like Tarang Shakti, highlighting the need for a common data link for interoperability with friendly nations. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India's progress towards self-reliance in the defence sector, citing advancements in indigenization of weapons and aircraft. The multilateral aerial exercise 'Tarang Shakti 2024' featured displays by Surya Kiran aircraft and Tarang helicopters.