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Defence
India-US Joint War Exercise Features Live Firing of M777 Howitzers
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 21 Sep 2026, 08:01 AM
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The latest India‑US joint war drill saw the live firing of M777 artillery guns, showcasing interoperability between the two forces.
New Delhi – As part of a continuing India‑United States defence partnership, troops from both nations conducted a live‑fire segment using the U.S.-made M777 155mm howitzer during a joint war exercise. The firing took place under controlled conditions, allowing soldiers to practice coordinated targeting and fire‑control procedures.
The M777, a lightweight, towed artillery system, was employed to demonstrate its range and precision capabilities. Indian artillery units and U.S. counterparts exchanged technical data and operational tactics, aiming to enhance mutual readiness for potential combined operations.
Defence officials said the exercise underscores the deepening strategic ties between New Delhi and Washington, and highlights a shared commitment to modernising India’s artillery assets while ensuring seamless integration with allied forces.
The M777, a lightweight, towed artillery system, was employed to demonstrate its range and precision capabilities. Indian artillery units and U.S. counterparts exchanged technical data and operational tactics, aiming to enhance mutual readiness for potential combined operations.
Defence officials said the exercise underscores the deepening strategic ties between New Delhi and Washington, and highlights a shared commitment to modernising India’s artillery assets while ensuring seamless integration with allied forces.