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Defence
India‑UAE Launch Mountain Guardian 2026 Exercise in Uttarakhand
✍️ Greater Kashmir
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 09:17 PM
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India and the United Arab Emirates have begun the joint military exercise Mountain Guardian 2026 in Uttarakhand, marking a new phase of defence cooperation.
The first day of the Mountain Guardian 2026 exercise commenced on Tuesday in the hills of Uttarakhand, bringing together troops from the Indian Army and the UAE Armed Forces.
Commanders from both sides highlighted the importance of joint training for enhancing interoperability and readiness in high‑altitude environments.
The exercise will span several weeks, featuring mountain warfare drills, air‑borne operations, and logistical coordination.
Officials said the partnership aims to strengthen bilateral ties and improve mutual defence capabilities.
Participants will also conduct joint medical evacuation drills and communication exercises to ensure seamless cooperation during contingencies.
Commanders from both sides highlighted the importance of joint training for enhancing interoperability and readiness in high‑altitude environments.
The exercise will span several weeks, featuring mountain warfare drills, air‑borne operations, and logistical coordination.
Officials said the partnership aims to strengthen bilateral ties and improve mutual defence capabilities.
Participants will also conduct joint medical evacuation drills and communication exercises to ensure seamless cooperation during contingencies.