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Source- The post on Bharat Shakti Exercise is based on the article “Tri-service exercise ‘Bharat Shakti’ to demonstrate prowess of indigenously manufactured equipment” published in “Times of India” on 9th March 2024.
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Recently, the Integrated tri-service exercise ‘Bharat Shakti’ was held at Pokhran in Rajasthan.
About ‘Bharat Shakti’ exercise
| Aspect | Details |
| Description | It is an integrated tri-service exercise conducted at Pokhran, Rajasthan. |
| Objective | It aims to counter any threat through synergised joint operations. |
| Features | 1) The exercise will showcase live integrated multi-domain operations of the three services in offensive operations using indigenous equipment 2) It will display an array of indigenous weapon systems and platforms as a demonstration of the prowess of the country. i) It features indigenous weapon systems: T-90 (IM) Tanks, Dhanush and Sarang Gun Systems, Akash Weapons Systems, Logistics Drones, Robotic Mules. ii) The Indian Navy displays Naval Anti-Ship Missiles, Autonomous Cargo Carrying Aerial Vehicles, and Expendable Aerial Targets. iii) The Indian Air Force showcases indigenous aircraft: Light Combat Aircraft Tejas, Light Utility Helicopters, and Advanced Light Helicopters. 3) It will simulate realistic, synergised, multi-domain operations displaying integrated operational capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces to counter threats across land, air, sea, cyber, and space domains. |
| Significance | It highlights the resilience, innovation, and strength of India’s domestic defence capabilities on the global stage. The exercise defines success of Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defense. |
Read more: Exercise Dharma Guardian
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