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The image captures an outdoor exhibit, likely at a museum or memorial, possibly in Jaipur, India, under a bright, clear blue sky. The central focus is an informational display board, framed in metal, presenting text in both English and Hindi. To the left (top of the image if oriented upright), a portion of an actual MI-8 "PRATAP" helicopter is visible, specifically its nose and cockpit area, bearing the serial number Z 2385. The helicopter appears to be part of a static display. The background features well-maintained landscaping with green bushes, a paved walkway with a geometric pattern, and a glimpse of light-colored buildings in the distance. The visible English text on the sign reads: "This MI-8 helicopter also called "PRATAP" arrived in India in the year 1971 at Bombay and was formally inducted in the Indian Air Force helicopter inventory in the year 1972 (served for 45 years after induction). The MI-8, PRATAP was inducted in ten operational helicopter units and it operated in several major IAF operations including Operation Meghdoot in the Siachen Glacier and Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka. The helicopter also operated extensively in Humanitarian and Disaster Relief operations across the length and breadth of the country." The Hindi text provides equivalent information regarding the helicopter's history and service. The scene depicts a sunny day, with no people explicitly visible, emphasizing the displayed artifacts and their descriptive information.
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