Vajra Prahar 2023

November 22, 2023

A collaborative military exercise between the special forces of India and the United States, named ‘Vajra Prahar 2023,’ has commenced at Meghalaya’s Umroi Cantonment. This marks the 14th edition of the joint exercise, emphasizing the exchange of best practices and experiences in areas such as joint mission planning and operational tactics, according to a statement from a Defence spokesperson.

Participation and Leadership

The U.S. contingent participating in ‘Vajra Prahar 2023’ consists of personnel from the 1st Special Forces Group. Meanwhile, the Indian Army contingent is led by Special Forces personnel from the Eastern Command.

Evolution of the Exercise

Initiated in 2010, ‘Vajra Prahar’ has evolved into a recurring event, with the 13th edition conducted at the Special Forces Training School in Himachal Pradesh’s Bakloh.

Duration and Scope

The joint exercise, scheduled until December 11, will focus on joint planning and rehearsal of special operations, counter-terrorism operations, and airborne operations in simulated conventional and unconventional scenarios within mountainous terrain.

Diverse Training Scenarios

Participants will engage in various exercises, including combat free-fall insertion of troops from stand-off distances, water-borne insertion of troops, precision engagement of targets at long ranges, combat air-controlling of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, and airborne insertion and sustenance of troops.

Strengthening Bilateral Military Cooperation

The joint exercise not only enhances the capabilities and interoperability of the special forces but also strengthens the bilateral military cooperation between India and the United States.

Strategic Importance

Given the strategic location of Meghalaya’s Umroi Cantonment, the exercise holds significance in addressing security challenges in diverse terrains and contributes to the ongoing efforts to foster collaboration between the two nations’ military forces.

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