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Defence
India and Australia Launch Joint AUSTRAHIND Military Exercise in Kerala
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 04:16 AM
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The Indian and Australian armies have commenced the AUSTRAHIND joint training exercise in Kerala, marking a deepening defence partnership between the two nations.
The Indian Army and the Australian Defence Force began the AUSTRAHIND joint exercise on Monday in the southern state of Kerala. The drill, conducted under the auspices of the two ministries of defence, involves troops from both countries training together in a variety of operational scenarios.
AUSTRAHIND focuses on enhancing interoperability, sharing tactical expertise and conducting combined maneuvers in terrain that mirrors coastal and jungle environments. Participants are engaging in live‑fire drills, command‑post simulations and joint logistics exercises designed to improve coordination in potential maritime and land operations.
The commencement of the exercise underscores the growing strategic ties between New Delhi and Canberra, reflecting a mutual interest in securing the Indian Ocean region. Defence officials have highlighted the importance of such engagements for building trust and readiness against common security challenges.
Both governments have indicated that the partnership will expand to include further joint training and possible technology exchanges, reinforcing a long‑term commitment to regional stability.
AUSTRAHIND focuses on enhancing interoperability, sharing tactical expertise and conducting combined maneuvers in terrain that mirrors coastal and jungle environments. Participants are engaging in live‑fire drills, command‑post simulations and joint logistics exercises designed to improve coordination in potential maritime and land operations.
The commencement of the exercise underscores the growing strategic ties between New Delhi and Canberra, reflecting a mutual interest in securing the Indian Ocean region. Defence officials have highlighted the importance of such engagements for building trust and readiness against common security challenges.
Both governments have indicated that the partnership will expand to include further joint training and possible technology exchanges, reinforcing a long‑term commitment to regional stability.