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Pradeep Kumar

10/09/21 09:05 AM IST

EXERCISE ZAPAD 2021

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The Exercise ZAPAD 2021 commenced on 04th September 2021 at Nizhniy in Russia with an aim to train troops to undertake joint operations in conventional battlefield scenario

Aim
  • The exercise aims at strengthening long standing strategic partnership between India and Russia and also enhance better understanding, cooperation with all other participating Nations.
Details
  • The opening ceremony was conducted in Mulino Training Ground near Nizhniy in Novgograd region, Russia at 1000 hours on 09 September 2021.
  • The ceremony commenced with Guard of Honour by Russian Army followed by march past of participating Contingents.  
  • As part of the exercise, important lectures, drills and demonstrations related to both Counter Terrorism and Conventional operations will be conducted.
  • The Armies of all participating nations will also be sharing their valuable experiences in varied theatres as also refine their drills and procedures for joint operations.
  • The exercise will culminate on 16th September 2021 with a Fire Power Demonstration by the Russian Armed Forces. During the course of the exercise, the Contingents will also participate in various sporting and cultural events.
Source: PIB

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