Indian Military Exercises

The Indian Army is the mainstay of the country’s defence capabilities. It is the largest military force in the world as measured by the number of personnel and has a wide array of responsibilities and duties. The Indian Army is responsible for providing deterrence against any external aggression as well as maintaining internal security. In peacetime, the Indian Army is involved in providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

India is one of the largest democracies in the world, and its military is a critical part of its defence strategy. Every year, the country conducts a series of military exercises to keep its troops trained and its doctrine updated. This article is a general guide to the Indian military exercises that take place throughout the year. It is not a comprehensive guide to Indian military exercises and doctrine, which can be found in more academic and technical sources.

Detailed analysis of Indian military exercises

Why are they held?

Indian military exercises are used to strengthen the defence capabilities of the Indian military and to enhance collaboration between the military and other agencies. Indian military exercises are held throughout the year to train and test its armed forces in battle conditions.

When and where are they held?

Indian military exercises are conducted in different parts of the country. These exercises usually take place in the winter, when the weather is bad, so the troops can move around the country and learn how to work together. These exercises are usually held in states with a high concentration of military bases and are mostly restricted to military personnel. 

Who conducts them?

They are usually planned and conducted by the Indian Army under the auspices of the Ministry of Defence.

What happens during these exercises?

During the exercises, the Indian military undertakes a wide variety of training activities, which are meant to test its combat readiness. These exercises include the inclusion of live-fire drills, mock attacks and rescue missions, and manoeuvring and counter-moves between the Indian military and the paramilitary forces.

Some major Indian military exercises

Indian military exercises were held in 1762.

Military exercises to improve disaster response and military cooperation:

India’s armed forces held military exercises across the country, including in areas affected by the cyclone. The aim was to improve disaster response and military cooperation, especially with China and Pakistan. Around 40,000 military personnel and civilians were taking part in the exercises, which ran for five days in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh. The exercises were held when India was worried about China’s military build-up in the region, including the deployment of a strategic missile system.

Military exercises were held between India and USA due to the rising tensions between the two nations

India and the United States held military exercises amid rising tensions between the two nations. The decision to conduct exercises with the Indian military came in response to the latter’s invitation to the U.S. to join them in their annual military exercises, which were first held in 1986. The two nations previously had a complicated relationship, often characterised by a lack of trust, miscommunication, and the decision to hold military.

Military exercises held regarding de facto

India held military exercises with the United States in the sign of strengthening ties between the two countries, which had been described as the “de facto” leaders of the global economy. The exercises, which included the US Marines, took place in the western state of Gujarat and involved more than 3,000 troops, the Indian military said in a statement. The drills came after U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met in the United States, with the two leaders agreeing to strengthen military cooperation. The two countries had also agreed to step up cooperation in space, defence technology and cyber security.

Some military exercises: 

India and Japan have a long-standing relationship that predates their formal diplomatic ties. The two countries have participated in a number of military exercises over the years, such as the Malabar series, the Milan series and the recently concluded Hand in Hand series. These are significant exercises in themselves, but what is even more significant is the fact that they are held between India and Japan without any third-party intervention. This is a reflection of the high level of trust that the two countries have in each other.

Bilateral Exercises

International military exercises, or bilateral exercises, are exercises undertaken between two countries. The two countries agree to undertake certain military exercises, which involve troops from both countries. India also takes part in bilateral exercises with other countries. This involves the armed forces of both countries training together and practising their tactics and techniques. Indian and American armed forces have held several such exercises over the years, including Malabar and Noble Defiance. The two countries have also signed a series of agreements to strengthen their military cooperation.

Domestic Exercises

Indian domestic Exercises are carried out to train the armed forces in internal security. They include training in counter-terrorism, anti-sabotage, surveillance, hostage rescue, disaster management and counter-insurgency. The Indian domestic exercises are aimed at enhancing the preparedness of the armed forces so that they can defend the country during a time of war. These exercises are held on a regular basis.

Conclusion

The government of India has announced a series of military exercises across the nation in the lead up to the nation’s 2019 elections. The exercises’ dates, locations, and objectives have not been publicly disclosed. The Indian military conducts routine exercises to maintain its readiness. They are held to improve the armed forces’ operational preparedness and test the capabilities of weapons and equipment. These exercises are usually held in the last week of February and the first week of March.