India and Malaysia commence 5th edition of Harimau Shakti exercise in Rajasthan

Key facts

• The fifth edition of the joint military exercise 'Harimau Shakti' is being held at Mahajan Field Firing Range from December 5-18.
• The Indian contingent is represented mainly by troops from the Dogra Regiment.
• The Malaysian side is represented by troops from the 25th Battalion Royal Malaysian Army.
• The exercise aims to jointly rehearse conduct of sub-conventional operations under Chapter VII of United Nations mandate.
• The scope includes synergising joint responses during counter-terrorist operations, cordon, search and destroy missions, and heliborne operations.
• Army Martial Arts Routine, combat reflex shooting, and yoga are part of the exercise curriculum.
• Both sides will rehearse drills to secure helipads and undertake casualty evacuation during counter-terrorist operations.