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India-Japan Dharma Guardian Military Exercise Kicks Off in Uttarakhand

The 7th edition of the annual 'Dharma Guardian' joint military exercise between India and Japan has begun at the Chaubattia training node in Uttarakhand. The exercise, running from February 24 to March 9, involves a 120-member contingent from each country's army. It aims to strengthen military collaboration and enhance combined capabilities for joint operations in semi-urban terrain. Troops will focus on tactical drills including ISR operations, heliborne missions, and house intervention.

Key Points: India-Japan Dharma Guardian Joint Military Exercise Begins

  • 7th annual edition of joint exercise
  • 120 troops from each nation
  • Focus on semi-urban operations
  • Enhances interoperability & planning
  • Conducted alternately in India & Japan
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Uttarakhand: India-Japan Joint Exercise 'Dharma Guardian' commences in Chaubattia

The 7th edition of the India-Japan 'Dharma Guardian' joint military exercise commences in Uttarakhand's Chaubattia, focusing on interoperability.

"a key pillar of defence cooperation between the two nations - Ministry of Defence"

New Delhi, February 25

The 7th edition of the annual Joint Military Exercise 'Dharma Guardian' between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force commenced on Tuesday at the Foreign Training Node, Chaubattia in Uttarakhand.

The exercise will be conducted from February 24 to March 9.

This edition brings together a 120-member contingent from each side, with the JGSDF represented by troops from the 32nd Infantry Regiment and the Indian Army contingent drawn from the Ladakh Scouts, said the Ministry of Defence.

The exercise is held alternately in India and Japan and remains a key pillar of defence cooperation between the two nations.

The aim of Exercise 'Dharma Guardian' is to strengthen military collaboration and enhance combined capabilities to undertake joint operations in a semi-urban environment. Over the next two weeks, participating troops will focus on achieving high levels of physical fitness, refining joint planning processes and synchronising tactical drills.

The Joint Exercise is anchored in the employment of modern technology, enhancing interoperability and contemporary operational aspects.

The key tactical activities during the exercise include establishing a temporary operating base, developing an intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) grid, setting up mobile vehicle check posts, conducting cordon and search operations in hostile environments, executing heliborne operations, and undertaking house intervention drills.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Good to see our armed forces engaging in such high-level training. The focus on modern tech and interoperability is the need of the hour. Hope the local economy in Chaubattia also benefits a bit from this activity.
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Aman W
While joint exercises are important, I hope the environmental impact in the beautiful hills of Uttarakhand is being carefully managed. These are sensitive ecosystems. The military must also be a guardian of our natural heritage.
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Sarah B
The name 'Dharma Guardian' is so apt. It's about protecting shared values and peace. As someone living in Delhi, it's reassuring to know our soldiers are constantly training and evolving with global partners like Japan.
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Vikram M
Japan is a technology leader. Our jawans learning and sharing tactics with them is a big plus. The details about ISR grids and heliborne ops sound intense. Jai Hind to all participants! Stay safe.
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Karan T
Solid step forward. In today's world, you need strong friends. Japan and India both understand the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific. This exercise sends a clear message about our commitment to that.

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