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Source: The post is based on the article “Exercise SURYA KIRAN: India- Nepal Joint Military Exercise” published in “PIB” on 24th November 2023
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Nepal Army has arrived in India to participate in the 17th edition of Joint Military Exercise SURYA KIRAN.
What is Exercise SURYA KIRAN?
| Specifications | Details |
| What is it | It is a joint military exercise between India and Nepal. |
| Started in | 2011 |
| Held | Annually |
| Aim | 1) To enhance interoperability in jungle warfare. 2) To train in counter terrorism operations in mountainous terrain. 3) To provide Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief under the United Nations Charter on peacekeeping operations. |
| Significance | 1) Provides a platform for soldiers from India and Nepal to exchange ideas and experiences; and foster a deeper understanding of each other’s operational procedures. 2) Helps achieve shared security objectives and foster bilateral relations between two friendly neighbours. |
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