PASIGHAT, Feb 27: Aimed at enhancing inter-organization synergy and operational readiness in high-altitude terrain, the Indian Army, teaming up with the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Arunachal Scouts, Para Special Forces and the newly raised Bhairav Battalion, successfully conducted a Joint Artillery Field Firing Exercise from February 23 to 25 at Tezu in Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh.
The three-day training event brought together the Spearhead Division of Spear Corps with infantry elements, Special Forces and ITBP personnel in a coordinated firepower training framework, validated through multiple live artillery fire missions. The exercise marked a significant milestone in strengthening joint operational integration and cross-arm cooperation among participating forces.
The training focused on integration of advanced technologies, next-generation equipment and refined procedures in artillery firepower application. Troops operated under realistic battlefield conditions, facilitating effective assimilation of artillery drills and coordinated execution of fire missions in mountainous operational environment.
The exercise enhanced mutual confidence, coordination and responsiveness among participating forces, reinforcing togetherness in training. It reaffirms the Indian Army’s commitment to integrated warfighting capability, inter-agency cooperation and realistic training to address emerging operational challenges. (DIPRO)