The Indian Army recently concluded its "Yuddha Kaushal 3.0" exercise in the high-altitude Kameng region of Arunachal Pradesh, demonstrating its commitment to combat readiness in harsh climatic conditions and future warfare. This large-scale military drill, observed by the General Officer Commanding of the Gajraj Corps, focused on validating combat effectiveness in challenging terrain while reinforcing the force's shift towards multi-domain operations and the adoption of emerging technologies.
The exercise, which concluded on Saturday, featured large-scale maneuvers, drone surveillance, precision strikes, real-time target acquisition, air-littoral operations, and synchronized battlefield tactics. These activities underscore the Army's ability to operate in multi-domain environments. A key highlight was the operational debut of the newly raised ASHNI platoons, designed to integrate advanced technology with traditional combat skills for a decisive battlefield advantage. This integration showcases how next-generation technology, seamlessly fused with battle-hardened tactics, can deliver a decisive edge in future conflicts.
"Yuddha Kaushal 3.0" also emphasized the active participation of the Indian defense industry, reflecting the push for indigenous innovation under the vision of self-reliance. The exercise marked deeper collaboration with India's defense industry, with active deployment of indigenous technologies, reflecting the “Decade of Transformation” vision and the push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat in national security. By validating operations in high-altitude environments and embracing unmanned systems, precision weaponry, and joint domain concepts, "Yuddha Kaushal 3.0" reinforced the Army's commitment to staying “future ready”.
The exercise reaffirmed the Army's commitment to embracing emerging technologies, such as unmanned systems and precision weaponry, and multi-domain operational concepts, according to Lt Col Mahendra Rawat. The 'Yudh Kaushal 3.0' exercise displayed a remarkable synergy of advanced technology, operational innovation, and professional excellence by the troops.
One of the distinctive aspects of the exercise was the active integration of the Indian civil defense industry. This collaboration demonstrated how indigenous defense innovation is rapidly translating into battlefield advantage, strengthening national security and enhancing self-reliance. The maneuvers demonstrated the Army's adoption of advanced technologies, including unmanned systems and precision weaponry, integrated into multi-domain operation strategies. The exercise emphasized the synergy of innovation and professional excellence, introducing new technologies like unmanned systems and precision weaponry.
