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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Inspects Multinational “Tarang Shakti‑2026” Exercise at Jodhpur Air Base
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the opening of the Tarang Shakti‑2026 multinational air drill at Jodhpur, where eight air forces participated and the IAF’s Sarang helicopter team showcased aerial maneuvers.
On Saturday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived at Jodhpur Air Base to witness the launch of the Tarang Shakti‑2026 air exercise, a joint drill involving air forces from eight nations.
The minister toured the operational area, observed flight preparations and interacted with senior IAF officials, noting the importance of such multinational engagements for enhancing interoperability.
Participating air forces conducted a series of coordinated sorties, while the Indian Air Force’s elite Sarang helicopter display team performed precision aerial stunts that highlighted the service’s advanced rotary‑wing capabilities.
Officials said the exercise, scheduled to run for several days, will focus on air‑defence drills, joint strike missions and search‑and‑rescue scenarios, underscoring India’s commitment to regional security cooperation.
The minister toured the operational area, observed flight preparations and interacted with senior IAF officials, noting the importance of such multinational engagements for enhancing interoperability.
Participating air forces conducted a series of coordinated sorties, while the Indian Air Force’s elite Sarang helicopter display team performed precision aerial stunts that highlighted the service’s advanced rotary‑wing capabilities.
Officials said the exercise, scheduled to run for several days, will focus on air‑defence drills, joint strike missions and search‑and‑rescue scenarios, underscoring India’s commitment to regional security cooperation.