Itanagar: In a significant display of military prowess, the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force jointly conducted a high-intensity tri-service exercise, Poorvi Prahar, in the forward areas of Arunachal Pradesh.
The exercise, which began on November 10, concluded on November 18, demonstrating their unmatched warfighting skills in near-real combat scenarios.
This large-scale joint exercise aimed at honing the combat effectiveness of the Army, Navy, and Air Force in executing Integrated Joint Operations in the challenging mountainous terrain of the region, enhancing inter-service coordination and operational readiness.
This comprehensive exercise demonstrated the effectiveness of joint structures in intelligence gathering, surveillance, reconnaissance, rapid mobilization, deployment/redeployment, and operational logistics.
The exercise highlighted the exceptional capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces as the units exhibited precision strike capabilities utilizing high-tech equipment to guarantee mission success.
The exercise showcased the strength of integration amongst the services and the evolved civil-military fusion essential for ensuring victory in operations.
Lt Gen RC Tiwari, General Officer Commanding in Chief, Eastern Command, and Air Marshal IS Walia, Senior Staff Administrative Officer from Eastern Air Command, actively participated in the exercise, witnessing offensive manoeuvres in mountainous terrain supported by cutting-edge weaponry and equipment.
Appreciating the clockwork precision exhibited by the participating troops, the Army Commander emphasized the importance of joint structures and mechanisms to enhance synergy among the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Integrated joint operations were conducted across multiple domains for the first time in the Eastern Theatre.
The exercise was a full-fledged display of the might of the Indian Armed Forces, featuring advanced weapons systems, such as the M-777 Howitzer, the Navy’s Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance aircraft P-8I, swarm drones, First Person View (FPV) drones, and loitering munitions.
Additionally, the latest helicopters like the Chinook and Light Combat Helicopter Prachand were employed to enhance operational effectiveness.
During the exercise, the Indian Armed Forces showcased their exceptional combat capabilities by executing intricate operations involving air, land, and sea elements.
The successful integration of third-dimensional warfare was adequately bolstered by new-generation equipment, showcasing precision and efficiency in challenging terrain and dense electronic warfare environments. The exercise also included a tri-services combat free fall operation by Special Forces.
The exercise stands as a testament to India’s commitment to maintaining a robust defense posture through synergy and integration among its armed forces.
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The successful execution of this joint exercise not only reinforces the operational readiness of the Indian Armed Forces but also assures the nation that it is prepared to address any security challenge that may arise in the future.
