Sonal Raj hails from Bihar.
Sonal Raj presently serves as a Flying Officer in the Indian Air Force.
Many citizens are dedicated to serving the nation. Sonal Raj, a resident of Parsia village in Darauli, Siwan district, Bihar, is one such example. His commitment to serving the nation made him leave two government jobs, worth lakh of packages. He eventually joined the Air Force in the rank of a Flying Officer. Today, let us take a look at his inspiring journey. Sonal worked as a Senior Engineering Officer in Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation, a Gujarat Government Undertaking, for two years. Later, he secured a position at the Gas Authority of India (GAIL) and continued working there for sometime. Eventually, he pursued his passion and started his preparation and training to join the Indian Air Force.
Sonal Raj presently serves as a Flying Officer in the Indian Air Force. His father, Sanjay Nath Tiwari, holds the position of Master Warrant Officer in the Air Force. Sonal Raj’s uncle, Santosh Kumar Pandey, holds a technical role within the Force. His other uncle, Sanjay Kumar Dubey, holds the position of NCC officer at DAV Inter College in Siwan. Sonal Raj’s family is deeply rooted in Government service.
Sonal received his primary education and secondary level education from the CBSE board. He was a bright student from childhood, and the family always believed in his potential to become an officer. Sonal Raj attained the position of Flying Officer following training at the Indian Air Force Technical College in Bengaluru. Sonal’s parents were invited to the city for the passing-out parade, where he was honoured with a medal and citation. Upadhyay expressed pride in Sonal’s choice to serve the country in the defence sector.
About Flying Officer
A Flying Officer in the Indian Air Force (IAF) holds a commissioned officer rank, signifying the first rank attained after training. Generally, Flying Officers are young and promising pilots. The Chief of the Air Staff, who heads the Indian Air Force (IAF), holds the rank of Air Chief Marshal.
