About Exercise Surya Kiran:
- It is a joint military exercise between the Indian army and Nepal army.
- It is an annual event, conducted alternately in both countries.
- It aims to enhance interoperability in forest warfare, counter-terrorism operations in mountains, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief under the United Nations Charter.
- Through various war games, both sides seek to improve their operational capabilities, refine their combat skills, and strengthen their coordination to operate together in challenging scenarios.
- The exercise will provide a platform for soldiers from India and Nepal to exchange ideas and experiences, share best practices, and foster a deeper understanding of each other’s operational procedures.
- 18th Edition:
- It is scheduled to take place in Saljhandi, Nepal.
- The Indian Army contingent is being led by a battalion from the 11th Gorkha Rifles, while the Nepal Army will be represented by the Srijung Battalion.
