Exercise KHAAN QUEST 2024

July 26, 2024

The Indian Army has sent a group to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to take part in the multinational military drill KHAAN QUEST 2024, which will run from July 27th to August 9th, 2024. The main goal of this practice is to improve the world’s ability to keep the peace.

Historical Background

The first KHAAN QUEST took place in 2003 as a partnership between the US and Mongolia. Since then, it has grown into a major Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise. The 21st version will be held in 2024. In July 2023, the last drill took place. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is one of the sponsors of the drill, which is being held by the Mongolian Armed Forces. This shows that it involves forces from many countries.

Indian Army Contingent Composition

The Indian contingent comprises 40 personnel, including:

Troops from a Battalion of the Madras Regiment
Additional personnel from various Arms and Services
One Woman Officer and two Women Soldiers, promoting gender inclusivity

Main Objectives of Participation

The Indian Army aims to:

Prepare for peacekeeping missions in multinational settings
Enhance interoperability and military readiness in peace support operations
Emphasise a high level of physical fitness, joint planning, and tactical drills

Tactical Drills and Operations

Participants will engage in a variety of exercises, including:

Establishing Static and Mobile Check Points
Conducting Cordon and Search Operations
Performing Patrolling and Evacuation of Civilians from Hostile Areas
Executing Counter Improvised Explosive Device drills
Practising Combat First Aid and Casualty Evacuation

Benefits of Participation

Engagement in KHAAN QUEST provides the Indian Army with several advantages:

Enhanced peacekeeping skills for UN missions
Valuable international exposure collaborating with diverse military forces
Improved tactical proficiency through rigorous training exercises

In addition to KHAAN QUEST, India and Mongolia conduct a bilateral military exercise named “Nomadic Elephant,” with the most recent edition held in July 2024 in Meghalaya.

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