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Context :

From 24th to 28th February 2025, Exercise Desert Hunt 2025 was conducted at Air Force Station Jodhpur.

About Exercise Desert Hunt 2025:

• Nature: Integrated Tri Service Special Forces exercise organized by the Indian Air Force (IAF).
• Participating Units:
  • Indian Army: Para (Special Forces)
  • Indian Navy: Marine Commandos (MARCOS)
  • Indian Air Force: Garud (Special Forces)
• Objective:
  • To enhance interoperability, coordination, & synergy among the Special Forces of the 3

Key Training and Drills:

• Simulating real world war scenarios.
• Troops are sent to carry out missions in hostile environments.
• Targeting specific enemy targets with high precision.
• Engaging in critical rescue missions

Significance of Exercise Desert Hunt 2025:

• Enhanced Cooperation: It promoted seamless cooperation between the Indian Army, Navy & Air Force.
• National Security: It also strengthened the ability of the Indian Armed Forces to conduct joint operations. and It also reflected their commitment to protect national security.
• Operational Readiness: It validated the preparedness of the Special Forces in handling various high risk operations critical to both internal security & external threats.

Conclusion:

Exercise Desert Hunt 2025 is a step towards improving the tactical and operational capabilities of India's Special Forces ensuring that the armed forces are prepared to deal with a wide range of security challenges from counter-terrorism to urban warfare.

Source: PIB