The Indian Military contingent on Thursday departed for the fifth version of India-Oman Joint Army Train al Najah. The train is scheduled to be performed from September 13 to 26 September at Rabkoot Coaching Space in Salalah, Oman.
Train al Najah has been held biennially since 2015, alternating between India and Oman. The final version of the identical train was performed at Mahajan in Rajasthan.
The Indian Military contingent comprising 60 personnel is being represented by a Battalion of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment together with personnel from different arms and companies. The Royal Military of Oman contingent additionally comprising of 60 personnel will likely be represented by the troops of Frontier Drive.
Based on a handout by the Ministry of Defence, the purpose of the joint train is to boost joint army functionality of each side to undertake counter terrorism operations below Chapter VII of the UN Constitution. The train will concentrate on operations within the Desert atmosphere.
Tactical drills to be rehearsed throughout the train embody joint planning, cordon and search operation, preventing in constructed up space, institution of cell automobile test put up, counter drone and room intervention, amongst others.
Mixed area coaching workouts that simulate real-world counter-terrorism missions have additionally been deliberate.
Train al Najah V will enable each side to alternate finest practices in techniques, strategies, and procedures for joint operations. It would foster interoperability, goodwill, and camaraderie between the 2 armies.
Moreover, the joint train will strengthen defence cooperation and additional improve the bilateral relations between the 2 pleasant nations.
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