Exercise Vayu Shakti-26

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The Indian Air Force recently conducted Exercise Vayushakti-26 at the Pokhran field firing range near Jaisalmer.

About Exercise Vayu Shakti-26

• It was conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) at Pokhran air-to-ground range, near Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
• The event was last held in February 2024.
• The exercise showcased the operational preparedness, tactical capabilities, and combat efficiency of the IAF.
• Guided by the core values of “Achook, Abhedya aur Sateek,” the exercise was aimed to reassure the nation by reaffirming the IAF’s role as a key component of India’s national security architecture.
• It showcased the air force’s capability to execute complex, integrated air operations within a dynamic and realistic battlefield environment.
• Over 130 aircraft participated in the day-and-night exercise, including Rafale, Su-30 MKI, Mirage-2000, MiG-29, Jaguar, Hawk, Mi-17, C-130J, C-295, C-17, the indigenous advanced light helicopter (ALH) Dhruv and light combat helicopter (LCH) Prachand.
• The exercise also featured advanced weapon systems such as Short Range Loitering Munitions (SRLM), Akash, SpyDer, and Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS).
• For the first time, Exercise Vayushakti was executed along a defined operational storyline, transforming into a simulated live combat theatre. 
• The exercise seamlessly integrated offensive air strikes, air defence operations, special forces missions and humanitarian assistance.

Source: HT

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