Air Cmde Rajesh Rajpurohit | Significant Personality | Rajpurohit

Air Commodore Rajesh Rajpurohit (Retd.) is a decorated veteran of the Indian Air Force, renowned for his role as a fighter pilot, his expertise in Jaguar aircraft, and his leadership in air operations. Serving the IAF with honor and distinction, he brought pride not only to his clan but also to the Indian defense aviation ecosystem.

• Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) – for distinguished service of an exceptional order

• Vayu Sena Medal (VM) – for devotion to duty and exceptional professionalism in air operations

These honors place him among the elite class of Indian Air Force officers.

• Flew Jaguar Fighter Aircraft — known for deep penetration strike roles

• Trained and Operated in Britain, representing India’s aerial strength globally

• Rose to the rank of Air Commodore, one of the senior-most ranks in the IAF

• Played key roles in strategic and tactical missions, flight training, and command leadership

After retiring from the Indian Air Force, Air Cmde. Rajesh Rajpurohit continues to serve the skies as a Commercial Pilot, contributing his decades of aviation mastery to civil aviation and safety.

Hailing from Thakurwas Thikana in Pali district, and belonging to the Udesh clan (Dadala sub-branch) of the Rajpurohit community, he is a symbol of modern valor rooted in traditional honor. His life reflects the Rajpurohit values of discipline, excellence, and service to the nation.