India, Dec. 22 -- Delhi boy Siddarth Mann has realised his childhood of donning the uniform as he was commissioned into the IAF as a Flying Officer recently. Siddarth's aspiration to become a fighter pilot took shape early in life, influenced by his uncle, a former MiG-21 pilot. Raised in a joint family that emphasised ethics, discipline and hard work, he grew up with values that would later guide him through the rigours of military training.
An active student with a strong inclination towards sports, Siddarth learned early lessons in teamwork and resilience. Alongside his extracurricular pursuits, he displayed remarkable academic ability, securing 97 per cent in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and clearing the National Defence Academ...