Army Concludes Exercise Kharga Shakti 2026, Showcasing Operational Preparedness

• The Indian Army successfully concluded ‘Exercise Kharga Shakti 2026’ on the western front, demonstrating high operational readiness.
• The exercise tested the corps' ability to combine mobility, firepower, and technology under challenging battlefield conditions.
• Formations operated in scenarios with rapid information flow, multiple threats, and limited decision-making time, utilizing drone-based reconnaissance and counter-drone systems.
• Ashni Platoons, Divyastra Battery, and Shaktibaan Regiments played a crucial role in coordinated deployment, surveillance, and precision fire tasks.
• Joint drills with the Indian Air Force showcased synchronized air-land operations and precision targeting, highlighting multi-domain operational capability.