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Army Air Defence College Concludes 44-Week Intensive Training Programme

The Army Air Defence College in Gopalpur concluded its 44-week Long Air Defence Course on Tuesday. The programme trained officers from the Indian Army and five friendly nations in modern air defence systems. Major Akshay Patil received the Vayu Raksha Trophy for outstanding performance. The course highlights India's role in defence cooperation and operational readiness enhancement.

Key Points: Army Air Defence College wraps up 44-week training

  • 44-week Long Air Defence Course concludes at Gopalpur
  • Officers from India, Botswana, Ghana, Myanmar, Nepal, Malaysia trained
  • Focus on modern GBADS and countering aerial threats
  • Major Akshay Patil wins Vayu Raksha Trophy; Major Sumit Kumar gets Commandant's Trophy
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Army Air Defence College concludes specialised 44-week training programme

Army Air Defence College in Gopalpur concludes a 44-week training programme with officers from India and five friendly nations, enhancing air defence capabilities.

"The successful completion of the course underscores the Indian Army's continued emphasis on capacity building, modernisation, and strengthening operational readiness - Army Training Command"

Gopalpur, May 5

The Long Air Defence Course conducted at the Army Training Command's Army Air Defence College in Gopalpur culminated on Tuesday, marking the successful completion of an intensive 44-week training programme aimed at enhancing technical and tactical expertise in modern air defence systems.

The course saw participation from officers of the Indian Army as well as six officers from Friendly Foreign Countries, including Botswana, Ghana, Myanmar, Nepal, and Malaysia. The diverse participation reflects growing defence cooperation and knowledge exchange between India and partner nations.

According to an official post shared on X by the Army Training Command, the officers underwent rigorous training covering both technical and tactical aspects of the latest Ground-Based Air Defence Systems (GBADS). The programme was designed to prepare officers for the effective and innovative application of these systems in an evolving battlefield environment.

The training focussed on equipping participants with the skills required to counter contemporary and emerging aerial threats, including drones, missiles, and advanced aerial platforms. Emphasis was also laid on integrating technology-driven solutions and fostering disruptive thinking to strengthen air defence preparedness.

At the valedictory ceremony, Major Akshay Patil was awarded the prestigious Vayu Raksha Trophy in recognition of his outstanding performance during the course. Major Sumit Kumar received the Commandant's Trophy for overall excellence.

The awards were presented by Lt Gen R.C. Srikanth, Commandant of the Army Air Defence College, who commended the officers for their dedication and professionalism throughout the training period.

The successful completion of the course underscores the Indian Army's continued emphasis on capacity building, modernisation, and strengthening operational readiness in the domain of air defence.

It also highlights India's role as a key training partner for friendly nations, contributing to regional and global security cooperation.

- IANS

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Rohit L
Major Akshay Patil winning the Vayu Raksha Trophy is well deserved! Our Army Air Defence College keeps raising the bar. With drones and missiles threats growing, this kind of training is crucial for national security.
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Priya S
Good initiative but I hope we are also investing equally in modernising our air defence equipment. Training is important, but without the latest systems like S-400 or indigenous ones, it's not enough. Still, proud of our armed forces! 👏
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Vikram M
44 weeks of intense training - that's almost a year! The focus on counter-drone technology is especially relevant given recent conflicts. India's role as a training hub for friendly nations is growing, and this is a smart soft power move. Well done Army Training Command!
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Kavya N
Great to see African nations like Botswana and Ghana participating alongside our neighbours. This reflects India's growing defence diplomacy. But I wish the article had mentioned more about the specific technologies covered. Still, very proud moment for Gopalpur! 🎉
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James A
As someone from the US, I'm impressed by the depth of this training programme. The fact that six different nations sent officers shows the global trust in India's military education. Also, congratulations to Majors Patil and Kumar on their awards!
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Siddharth J

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