India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas-2024 began at Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan. This exercise will be conducted from 9 to 22 September 2024. The Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2024 will focus on operations in the semi-desert environment.
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20th edition of India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas-2024
The 20th edition of India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas-2024 commenced today, at Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan. The exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 9th to 22nd September 2024.
Exercise YUDH ABHYAS has been held annually since 2004, alternating between India and the USA.
Indian Army Participates in Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2024
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.
US Army Participates in Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2024
The US contingent of similar strength will be represented by the troops of 1-24 Battalion of the Alaska based 11th Airborne Division of the US Army.
Aims of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2024
Aim of the India-US Exercise Yudh Abhyas is to enhance joint military capability of both sides to undertake counter terrorism operations in a sub conventional scenario under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. The exercise will focus on operations in the semi-desert environment.
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Exercise Yudh Abhyas will enable both sides to share best practices in tactics, techniques and procedures of conducting joint operations. It will facilitate developing inter-operability, bonhomie and camaraderie between the two armies.
The joint exercise will also enhance defence cooperation, further augmenting bilateral relations between the two friendly nations.
Exercise Yudh Abhyas: Tactical drills
Tactical drills to be rehearsed during the Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas include joint response to a terrorist action, joint planning and combined field training exercises that simulate real-world counter-terrorism missions.
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