Indo-Russian wargame from today

8220;The exercise will involve cross-country movement over 100 km post an air insertion, assault crossing of a river obstacle, destruction of terrorist hideouts and extrication from the target area into neutral territory. It has been structured to enhance interoperability and maximise mutual learning from each other8217;s rich combat experiences,8221; an Army officer explained.

The scenario being played out during the exercise will involve the launching of a joint airborne force under the mandate of UN for 8220;seeking and eliminating terrorist leadership operating from a neutral country, at their request8221;.

8220;The manouvres will involve joint surveillance, acquiring and assessing of intelligence, joint planning and will culminate in a multi-directional mass airborne insertion and tactical paradrop of troops,8221; the officer confirmed.

A delegation of 38 Indian Air Force personnel, including 29 air warriors, aboard an IL 76 aircraft will also participate in the manouvres as observers.