| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Exercise Name | Yudh Kaushal 3.0 |
| Location | Kameng region, Arunachal Pradesh (eastern Himalayas, high-altitude zone) |
| Conducted by | Indian Army (Gajraj Corps) |
| Witnessed by | Lt Gen Gambhir Singh, GOC Gajraj Corps |
| Objective | Validate multi-domain operational readiness, integration of emerging technologies, and indigenous defence systems |
| Key Features | - Drone surveillance & real-time target acquisition- Precision strikes with advanced weapon systems- Air-littoral dominance & synchronized battlefield maneuvers- Debut of ASHNI platoons (next-gen tech + traditional tactics)- Participation of Indian civil defence industry |
| Indigenous Focus | Showcased Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence:- Unmanned systems for surveillance/strike- AI-enabled operational concepts- High-altitude combat weaponry |
| Joint Exercise | Achook Prahar (Aug 25-28, 2025) with ITBP in Arunachal Pradesh |
| Achook Prahar Highlights | - Joint firepower coordination- Validated inter-agency cooperation for border security- Simulated high-altitude warfare scenarios |
| Defence Spokesperson | Lt Col Mahendra Rawat |

