About Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 2024:
- It is the 9th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces exercise.
- The Indian contingent is being represented by troops from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces).
- The Exercise aims to acquaint both sides with each other’s operating procedures and enhance mutual understanding, cooperation and interoperability between the Special Forces of both armies.
- It is designed to develop bilateral military cooperation and strengthen bonds between two armies through the conduct of discussions and rehearsal of tactical military drills.
- It will involve planning and execution of special operations, orientation to advance special forces skills, and sharing of information on weapons, equipment, innovations, tactics, techniques & procedures.
- It will also involve jointly practising Special Forces Operations in Jungle terrain, strikes on terrorist camps and a Validation Exercise integrating basic and advanced special forces skills apart from gaining an insight into the lifestyle and culture of both countries to foster military cooperation.
- Significance: It will provide an opportunity for both the contingents to strengthen their bond and share best practices. It will also act as a platform to achieve shared security objectives and foster bilateral relations between two friendly nations.
