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India and Australia are gearing up for their fourth joint military exercise called AUSTRAHIND 2025. The two-week training program will take place at Irwin Barracks in Perth from October 13 to 26. This exercise focuses on improving coordination for company-level operations in urban environments under United Nations mandates. Both countries have been conducting these annual exercises since 2022 to strengthen their defense partnership and peacekeeping capabilities.

Key Points: India Australia AUSTRAHIND Military Exercise 2025 Perth

  • Fourth edition of bilateral exercise held at Irwin Barracks in Perth Australia
  • Focuses on urban and semi-urban terrain operations under UN mandate
  • Aims to enhance interoperability between Indian and Australian forces
  • Builds on previous 2024 edition held in Maharashtra's Pune district
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India, Australia to hold Joint Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025 from October 13-26

India and Australia launch joint AUSTRAHIND 2025 military exercise in Perth from October 13-26 to enhance UN peacekeeping capabilities and bilateral defense cooperation.

"to further strengthen the operational capabilities of both the armies in undertaking joint Company level operations - Indian Army Statement"

New Delhi, October 4

The fourth edition of India and Australia's bilateral military exercise 'AUSTRAHIND 2025' will be held from October 13 to 26 at Irwin Barracks in Perth, Australia, according to an Indian Army statement released on Saturday.

The joint exercise aims "to further strengthen the operational capabilities of both the armies in undertaking joint Company level operations in urban and semi-urban terrain, under the United Nations mandate reflecting the shared commitment towards global peace and security."

https://x.com/adgpi/status/1974365255938814144

In a post on X, the Army wrote, "Exercise #AUSTRAHIND 2025: The Fourth edition of the Joint Bilateral Military Exercise #AUSTRAHIND between #India and #Australia will be conducted from 13-26 October 2025 at the Irwin Barracks, Perth, #Australia."

"The exercise aims to further strengthen the operational capabilities of both the armies in undertaking joint Company-level operations in urban & semi-urban terrain, under the United Nations mandate -- reflecting the shared commitment towards global peace and security. -- said the Indian army," the post added.

The third edition of the India-Australia joint military exercise, 'AustraHind', concluded in November 2024 at the Foreign Training Node in Maharashtra's Pune, according to the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

The two-week training programme, designed to enhance cooperation and interoperability between the armed forces of the two nations, was held from November 8 to 21.

According to an official statement, participants practised combat scenarios such as raiding a hostile target and administering combat first aid to injured soldiers. These drills aim to improve coordination and build mutual understanding between the Indian and Australian forces.

As part of the exercise's social and cultural activities, both contingents participated in an excursion to the historic Sinhagad Fort near Pune, providing a cultural and historical experience.

The Australian contingent also had the opportunity to visit the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA) at Khadakwasla, Pune, on 12 November 2024, the statement said.

The exercise was started in 2022 in Rajasthan and has since then become an annual event, which is conducted alternatively in India and Australia.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in both countries, I appreciate how these exercises also include cultural exchanges. The visit to Sinhagad Fort mentioned in last year's edition shows the holistic approach to building relationships.
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Priya S
While I support military cooperation, I hope we're also focusing on domestic defense manufacturing under Make in India. These partnerships should translate into technology transfer and indigenous capability building.
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Arjun K
Urban warfare training is becoming increasingly important given modern security challenges. Good to see our forces preparing for real-world scenarios. The Indo-Pacific partnership with Australia is strategic and timely.
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Michael C
The UN mandate aspect is particularly noteworthy. Shows both countries' commitment to international peacekeeping operations. Well done to both armies for this initiative!
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Kavya N
Hope our soldiers get to showcase Indian military professionalism and also learn from Australian techniques. The alternating host country arrangement is fair and gives exposure to different terrains. 👏

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