At Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh’s Special Forces Training School, the eleventh iteration of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR has begun.

This yearly gathering, which is set to run from January 22nd through February 3rd, 2024, has grown into an essential venue for promoting cooperation and strengthening the capacities of the special forces of both countries.

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Those involved

The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) is proudly representing the twenty-man Indian Army contingent. Alternatively, the Scorpion Brigade stands in for the 20-man force from Kyrgyzstan.

Both countries’ dedication to fighting terrorism and improving their special forces capabilities is evident in their diversified participation.

Objectives

The major objective of the exercise is to provide a forum for the sharing of knowledge and expertise in the fields of counter-terrorism and special operations.

This exercise is designed to help the participating special forces units hone their abilities in Built-up Area and Mountainous Terrain operations, which are outlined in Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter.

To succeed in a wide variety of difficult terrains, we will focus on perfecting our insertion and extraction skills.

Defense Alliance Collaboration

In addition to honing their tactical skills, the two sides might strengthen their defense ties during the practice. The collaborating forces are better able to deal with new dangers if they resolve their shared worries about global terrorism and extremism.

The special forces of India and Kyrgyzstan are hoping to improve their communication, coordination, and capacity to work together during the joint exercise.

A Display of State-of-the-Art Tools

The chance for both countries to display their capabilities in state-of-the-art indigenous defense equipment is a major part of the exercise.

Not only does this showcase the technical superiority of both nations, but it also boosts domestic military companies. Keeping ahead of the curve in military capabilities is demonstrated by the state-of-the-art equipment.

Mutual Security Goals and Correspondence

The Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR between India and Kyrgyzstan is an effort to strengthen diplomatic ties between the two countries as well as their militaries.

Cooperation in the face of common security challenges sends a powerful message of unity from both countries. This partnership isn’t just about the military; it’s also helping to cement diplomatic relations between Kyrgyzstan and India.