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Defence
India-Japan Air Force Joint Exercise in Jodhpur Marks Historic Milestone, Says Air Chief Marshal
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 03:00 PM
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Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh described the India‑Japan air drill in Jodhpur as a historic step in bilateral ties.
Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh hailed the recent joint air exercise between the Indian and Japanese air forces in Jodhpur as a landmark in the two countries' defence cooperation. The drill, conducted at the Indian Air Force base in Jodhpur, involved the coordinated deployment of fighter aircraft and support crews from both nations, focusing on interoperability and tactical exchange.
Officials said the exercise featured a series of simulated combat scenarios, air‑to‑air refuelling drills and joint command‑and‑control simulations designed to enhance mutual readiness. Senior officers from both sides briefed participants on operational procedures, aiming to deepen mutual understanding of each other's platforms and tactics.
The chief of the Indian Air Force emphasized that the partnership reflects a growing strategic alignment, describing the relationship as "Aaptsu Mitram" – a bond akin to close friends. The event underscores India's broader effort to strengthen security ties with Japan amid evolving regional security dynamics.
Officials said the exercise featured a series of simulated combat scenarios, air‑to‑air refuelling drills and joint command‑and‑control simulations designed to enhance mutual readiness. Senior officers from both sides briefed participants on operational procedures, aiming to deepen mutual understanding of each other's platforms and tactics.
The chief of the Indian Air Force emphasized that the partnership reflects a growing strategic alignment, describing the relationship as "Aaptsu Mitram" – a bond akin to close friends. The event underscores India's broader effort to strengthen security ties with Japan amid evolving regional security dynamics.