Third Edition of AUSTRAHIND Military Exercise Commences in Pune
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | INDIA-AUSTRALIA JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE AUSTRAHIND COMMENCES IN MAHARASHTRA |
| Location | Foreign Training Node, Pune, Maharashtra |
| Duration | 8th to 21st November 2024 |
| Participants | India: 140 personnel (DOGRA Regiment + Indian Air Force) Australia: 120 personnel (13th Light Horse Regiment) |
| Objective | Promote military cooperation between India and Australia Enhance interoperability in joint sub-conventional operations |
| Focus Areas | Physical fitness, joint planning, joint tactical drills, counter-terrorism operations, and Special Heli Borne Operations |
| Phases of the Exercise | 1. Combat Conditioning and Tactical Training Phase 2. Validation Phase |
| Key Drills/Activities | Response to terrorist actions, territory capture, establishment of Joint Operations Centre, drones and counter-drone measures, search and destroy missions |