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India and US Conduct Live Firing of M777 Howitzers in Joint Exercise
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🗓 21 Sep 2026, 03:36 PM
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On 21 September, the Indian Army carried out live firing of M777 howitzers during a joint war exercise with the United States, showcasing enhanced interoperability between the two armed forces.
On 21 September, the Indian Army conducted live firing of M777 howitzers as part of a joint war exercise with the United States. The M777, a lightweight 155‑mm artillery system developed by the U.S., was deployed by Indian troops to demonstrate operational readiness and interoperability with U.S. forces.
The exercise aimed to strengthen tactical coordination and share best practices in artillery operations. Both sides highlighted the importance of joint training in enhancing mutual defense capabilities.
The live firing session was a key component of the broader Indo‑US defense cooperation framework, underscoring the strategic partnership between the two countries.
The exercise aimed to strengthen tactical coordination and share best practices in artillery operations. Both sides highlighted the importance of joint training in enhancing mutual defense capabilities.
The live firing session was a key component of the broader Indo‑US defense cooperation framework, underscoring the strategic partnership between the two countries.