%20(500%20%C3%97%20280%20px)%20(39).png "India-Nepal joint military exercise Surya Kiran-XVII started in Pithoragarh")
- This exercise is an annual event conducted alternatively in the two countries.
- The Indian Army contingent, led by a Battalion from the Kumaon Regiment, comprises of 354 personnel.
- The Nepal Army contingent, represented by the Tara Dal Battalion, comprises of 334 personnel.
- The aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability in jungle warfare, counter-terrorism operations in mountainous terrain, and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief under the United Nations Charter on peacekeeping operations.
- The exercise will focus on the employment of drones and counter-drone measures, medical training, aviation aspects, and also environment conservation.
- This exercise provides 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.
Question:
Q.1 Where was the India-Nepal Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran-XVII held?a. Kathmandu, Nepal
b. New Delhi, India
c. Pithoragarh, India
d. Pokhara, Nepal
