Yudh Abhyas 2026 begins with 1,200 India-US troops training across two terrains

India and the US have begun Yudh Abhyas 2026 at Auli and Mahajan, with around 1,200 military personnel participating. The exercise focuses on mountain warfare, joint planning, drones, autonomous systems and newer battlefield technologies.

India and the United States have begun the 22nd edition of joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, with drills running simultaneously at Auli in Uttarakhand and the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. Around 600 personnel from each side are taking part, making this one of the larger editions of the annual exercise.

The opening ceremony was held at the Auli Foreign Training Node. Major General Amaresh Gunjan, General Officer Commanding of 14 Infantry Division, and Colonel Benjamin Jackman, Commander........

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