The Indian army participates in military exercises of India with other countries with their units and battalions, based on the specific nature and requirements of the exercises. The amount spent varies depending on the extent of their involvement and the resources used. The Indian army takes part in domestic, bilateral, and multilateral exercises. Joint exercises conducted by the Indian Army improve coordination among different militaries, enhance understanding of enemy tactics, and familiarize troops with modern equipment.
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Exercise Name
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Participants Country
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Place Held
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Duration
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Desert Cyclone
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India – UAE
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Rajasthan, India
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2nd Jan – 15th Jan 2024
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Ex Cyclone-I
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India – Egypt
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Anshas, Egypt
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22nd Jan – 1st Feb 2024
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Ex Khanjar
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India – Kyrgyzstan
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Himachal Pradesh, India
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22nd Jan – 3rd Feb 2024
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SADA TANSEEQ
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India – Saudi Arabia
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Rajasthan, India
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29th Jan – 10th Feb 2024
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Dharma Guardian
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India – Japan
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Rajasthan, India
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25th Feb – 9th Mar 2024
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Samudra Laksmana
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India – Malaysia
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Visakhapatnam, India
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28th Feb – 2nd Mar 2024
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Tiger Triumph
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India – USA
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Kakinada, India
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18th Mar – 31st Mar 2024
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Ex LAMITIYE – 2024
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India – Seychelles
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Seychelles
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18th Mar – 27th Mar 2024
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Ex DUSTLIK – 2024
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India – Uzbekistan
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Termez, Uzbekistan
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15th Apr – 28th Apr 2024
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Exercise Cyber Suraksha
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India
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–
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20th May – 24th May 2024
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Military Exercise SHAKTI
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India – France
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Umroi, Meghalaya, India
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13th May – 26th May 2024
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YUDH ABHYAS-2024
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India-USA
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Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan
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9th Sept – 22nd Sept 2024
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KAZIND-2024
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India-Kazakhstan
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Auli, Uttarakhand
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30th Sept – 13th Oct 2024
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VAJRA PRAHAR
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India-US
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Idaho, USA
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2nd to 22nd Nov 2024
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VINBAX 2024
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India-Vietnam
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Ambala and Chandimandir
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04 to 23 November 2024
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HARIMAU SHAKTI
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India- Malaysia
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Pahang district, Malaysia
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2nd to 15th December 2024
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SURYA KIRAN
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India-Nepal
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Saljhandi, Nepal
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31st December 2024 to 13th January 2025
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Exercise CYCLONE
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India- Egypt
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Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan
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10th to 23rd February 2025.
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DHARMA GUARDIAN
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India-Japan
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East Fuji Manoeuvre Training area of Japan
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24th February to 9th March 2025
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Types of Joint Military Exercises of India 2024-25
In joint military exercises, Indian armed forces are represented by different units/battalions selected based on the exercise’s nature and requirements. The amount spent on these exercises varies according to the level of involvement and the resources utilized during the drills. India’s military exercises fall under three main categories:
- Domestic exercise
- Bilateral Exercise
- Multilateral exercise
Domestic Military Exercises of India
Domestic exercises are designed to enhance internal engagements and may involve inter-service or intra-service components based on their nature and application. It is one of the important joint military exercises of India 2024 List of military domestic exercises:
- Gandiv Vijay
- Paschim Lehar
- Vayu Shakti
- Vijay Prahar
Bilateral Military Exercises of India 2024-25
Bilateral military exercises involve two nations working together to enhance their military cooperation and improve operational efficiency. These exercises allow nations to share strategies, refine combat skills, and foster better understanding of each other’s military tactics. India participates in a wide range of bilateral military exercises to strengthen defense relationships across the globe. Below is a list of the most important bilateral military exercises India is scheduled to conduct in 2024.
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Participating Countries
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Army/Navy/Air Force
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Exercise Name
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India and Australia
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Army
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AUSTRA HIND
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Navy
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AUSINDEX
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India and Bangladesh
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Army
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SAMPRITI
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Navy
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IN-BN CORPAT
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Air Force
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Table Top Ex
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India and China
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Army
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HAND IN HAND
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India and France
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Army
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SHAKTI
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Navy
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VARUNA
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Air Force
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GARUDA
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India and Indonesia
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Army
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GARUDA SHAKTI
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Navy
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IND-INDO CORPAT
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India and Japan
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Army
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DHARMA GUARDIAN
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Navy
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JIMEX
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India and Kazakhstan
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Army
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PRABAL DOSTYK
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India and Kyrgyzstan
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Army
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KHANJAR
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India and Maldives
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Army
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EKUVERIN
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India and Mongolia
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Army
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NOMADIC ELEPHANT
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India and Myanmar
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Army
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IMBEX
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Navy
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IMCOR
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India and Nepal
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Army
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SURYA KIRAN
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India and Oman
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Army
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AL NAGAH
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Navy
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Naseem-al-Bahr
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Air Force
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EASTERN BRIDGE-IV
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India and Russia
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Army
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INDRA
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Navy
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INDRA NAVY
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Air Force
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INDRA
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India and Seychelles
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Army
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LAMITIYE
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India and Sri Lanka
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Army
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MITRA SHAKTI
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Navy
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SLINEX
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India and Thailand
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Army
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MAITREE
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Navy
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INDO-THAI CORPAT
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Air Force
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SIAM BHARAT
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India and the United Kingdom
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Army
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AJEYA WARRIOR
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Navy
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KONKAN
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Air Force
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INDRADHANUSH-IV
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India and USA
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Army
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YUDHABHAYAS & VAJRA PRAHAR
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Navy
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MALABAR (Multilateral)
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Army
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YUDH ABHYAS
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Air Force
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RED FLAG 16-1
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India and Vietnam
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Army
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VINBAX
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Multilateral Military Exercises of India 2024-25
Multilateral military exercises involve the participation of multiple countries, working together to strengthen international defense ties, improve coordination, and enhance combat readiness. These exercises help countries share tactical knowledge and develop operational synergy in various strategic scenarios. India actively participates in numerous multilateral exercises, collaborating with several global military forces to enhance its defense preparedness.
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Important Multilateral Military Exercises of India 2024-25
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Multilateral Exercise
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Participating Countries
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RIMPAC
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Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, and more
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MALABAR
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India, the United States, Japan
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COBRA-GOLD
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Asia-Pacific countries
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Samvedna
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South Asian Region Nations
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Indian Air Force Exercise 2024-25
The Indian Air Force (IAF) engages in several bilateral and multilateral exercises to improve operational readiness, enhance interoperability, and foster closer ties with partner air forces. These exercises focus on different aspects of air combat, disaster relief, and strategic operations.
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Indian Air Force Exercises 2024-25
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Exercise Name
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Details
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Participating Countries
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Garuda
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A bilateral exercise focusing on large force employment and combat drills.
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India, France
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Eastern Bridge
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Enhances joint air force operations and mutual understanding.
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India, Oman
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SIAM Bharat
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A Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) tabletop exercise.
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India, Thailand
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Desert Eagle
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Focuses on air combat operations with UAE Air Force’s Mirage and F-16 jets.
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India, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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Red Flag
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Provides advanced aerial combat training.
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India, United States
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Desert Knight-21
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A joint air exercise featuring Rafale aircraft from both India and France.
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India, France
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Indian Army Exercise 2024-25
The Indian Army participates in various joint military exercises to improve combat capabilities, enhance tactical coordination, and foster mutual cooperation with partner nations. These exercises often focus on counter-terrorism, jungle warfare, and peacekeeping operations.
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Indian Army Exercises 2024-25
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Exercise Name
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Details
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Participating Countries
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Yudh Abhyas
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Focuses on counter-terrorism and peacekeeping operations.
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India, USA
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Nomadic Elephant
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Counter-insurgency and jungle warfare operations in mountainous terrain.
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India, Mongolia
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Shakti
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A bilateral exercise focusing on counter-terrorism in semi-urban environments.
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India, France
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Hand-in-Hand
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Focuses on joint operations in counter-terrorism and disaster relief.
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India, China
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Dharma Guardian
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Focuses on counter-terrorism and jungle warfare.
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India, Japan
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Khanjar
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Enhances cooperation in counter-terrorism in high-altitude terrains.
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India, Kyrgyzstan
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Indian Navy Exercise 2024
The Indian Navy conducts numerous bilateral and multilateral naval exercises to improve maritime security, enhance combat readiness, and strengthen strategic partnerships. These exercises focus on anti-submarine warfare, maritime surveillance, and humanitarian operations.
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Indian Navy Exercises 2024-25
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Exercise Name
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Details
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Participating Countries
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SLINEX
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Enhances interoperability in maritime operations.
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India, Sri Lanka
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INDRA Navy
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Joint maritime exercise focusing on anti-terrorism and naval drills.
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India, Russia
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Varuna
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Bilateral naval exercise focusing on joint operations and maritime security.
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India, France
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Konkan
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Enhances maritime cooperation between the Indian and British navies.
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India, United Kingdom
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Naseem Al Bahr
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Bilateral exercise focusing on maritime operations and security drills.
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India, Oman
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SIMBEX
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Enhances defense ties with a focus on maritime security and operations.
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India, Singapore
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