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Historical Event on 2/16/1942

The third IAF unit to operate the Lysander was No.4 Squadron, formed with four aircraft on 16 February 1942. This squadron was to continue to operate the Westland aircraft until it too was re-equipped with the Hurricane in June 1943.

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10/1/1990Supreme Court stays implementation of Mandal Commission recommendations.
5/5/1977Chandra Shekar chosen President of the Janatha Party.
10/2/1969Gandhi's birth centenary celebrated all over the country.
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4/27/1919Ustad Allarakha Khan, great Tabla player, was born.