Day 10
Defence & SecuritySkim2025-11-25
India-Nepal Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran-XIX
What Happened
The 19th edition of the India-Nepal joint military exercise, Surya Kiran-XIX, began in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. The drills focus on counter-terrorism operations under the UN Charter and integrate new technologies like drone-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR).
Why It Matters
The exercise strengthens bilateral defence ties and interoperability with a key Himalayan neighbor, ensuring coordinated responses to regional security threats and disaster management.
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