Indian Air Force (IAF) today formally inducted the four heavy-lift Chinook helicopters. Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa announced the induction at a ceremony held at Air Force base in Chandigarh. Chinook helicopters will be deployed at Chandigarh's Air Force Station 12 Wing. <br />'' <br />''Speaking at the induction ceremony, Mr Dhanoa said that these helicopters are capable of vertical lift and heavy lifting in hilly areas. He said that vertical lift capability across a diversified terrain was required as India faces multiple security challenges. <br />''<br />''<br />''The Air Chief Marshal said that Chinook has been procured with India-specific enhancements and can carry out military operations even at night, making make these helicopters a national asset. He said the induction of Chinook will be a game changer, the same way Rafale is going to be in the fighter flee. Mr Dhanoa added that another unit of heavy-lift choppers will be created for the East in Dinjan in Assam. <br />'' <br />''The Chinook helicopter has fully integrated digital cockpit management system and is capable of transporting fully-equipped infantry soldiers for specialised operations. A multi-mission heavy-left transport helicopter, Chinook will be used to move troops, artillery, ammunition, supplies and equipment on the battlefield. Once inducted, the choppers will also help to help to lift M-777 ultra-light howitzers of the Indian armed forces. Its 24X7, all-weather operational capabilities are crucial for India Air Force, which operates in some of the most hostile terrains in the world. <br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Apart from military operations, they can also be used for medical evacuation, disaster relief, search and recovery, fire-fighting and civil development. </span><br />