Air Marshal Gupta had arrived here on a three-day official visit yesterday. He inspected various hangars, laboratories and repair facilities at the depot and discussed issues related to indigenisation and manufacture of aero spares.

He also visited 3 BRD Air Force School, where students presented a colourful cultural programme, and presented awards to outstanding gymnasts who had won laurels during state-level championships. Later, he went around the Air Force Wives Welfare Association Complex. He is also scheduled to visit the Semi Conductor Complex at S.A.S. Nagar, in addition to the MES establishments and the Army Computer Centre in Chandimandir. He will leave Chandigarh on January 30.