Exercise SURYA KIRAN

About Exercise Surya Kiran:

• It is a joint military exercise between the Indian army and Nepal army.
• It is an annual event conducted alternately in both countries.
• It aims to enhance interoperability in jungle warfare, counter-terrorism operations in mountains, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief under the United Nations Charter. 
• Through various war games, both sides seek to improve their operational capabilities, refine their combat skills, and strengthen their coordination to operate together in challenging scenarios.
• The exercise will provide a platform for soldiers from India and Nepal to exchange ideas and experiences, share best practices, and foster a deeper understanding of each other’s operational procedures.
• 18th Edition:
  • It is scheduled to take place in Saljhandi, Nepal.
  • The Indian Army contingent is being led by a battalion from the 11th Gorkha Rifles, while the Nepal Army will be represented by the Srijung Battalion.

Q1: Which all countries border Nepal?

Nepal borders Tibet (autonomous province of China) and India.

Source: PIB