The 20thedition of India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas-2024 began at Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan, on Monday.
An annual event since 2024, the event switches between the two countries alternatively. The current edition will be held till September 22.
#WATCH | The 20th edition of the Indo-US military exercise, YUDH ABHYAS 2024, has begun at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan. Running from September 9-22, the exercise involves 600 troops each from India (Rajput Regiment) and the US (1-24 Battalion, 11th Airborne… pic.twitter.com/PQpEL4IDC5
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“This edition marks a significant increase in the scope and complexity of the joint exercise in terms of troop strength and equipment,” a defence ministry statement said.
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The 20th edition of the Bilateral Joint Military Exercise #YudhAbhyas between #India & #USA, commenced with the opening ceremony at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, #Rajasthan. The opening ceremony was attended by Brigadier General Thomas Burke, Deputy… pic.twitter.com/TnPIpTzSUi
The Indian Army contingent, comprising 600 personnel, is being represented by a battalion of the Rajput Regiment along with personnel from other arms and services. The US contingent is being represented by the troops of 1-24 Battalion of the Alaska based 11thAirborne Division of the US Army.
The joint exercise, which will focus on operations in the semi-desert environment, aims to boost the joint military capability of both sides to undertake counter-terrorism operations in a sub-conventional scenario under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter.
Tactical drills to be rehearsed during the exercise include joint response to a terrorist action, joint planning and combined field training exercises that simulate real-world counter-terrorism missions.
The exercise will enable both sides to share best practices in tactics, techniques and procedures of conducting joint operations, and facilitate the development of inter-operability, bonhomie and camaraderie between the two armies.
It will also enhance defence cooperation, further augmenting bilateral relations between the two friendly nations.
