The ninth edition of the Indo-Nepal combined battalion-level military training exercise 'Surya Kiran' is underway at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.
On till February 21, the 'Surya Kiran' series of exercises are aimed at enhancing inter-operability between the Indian and the Nepalese Army units in jungle warfare and counter terrorism operations in the mountainous terrain. The training also focuses on humanitarian aid and disaster relief, including medical and aviation support.Here are some photographs of the bi-annual event
Army units of both nations hold jungle disaster mitigation and guerrilla war exercises at the Army ground of the local Cantt area. Photograph: Ministry of Defence
The troops taking part in the exercise are also getting training in searching for hidden enemy through jungle warfare and in reaching at the war zone by helicopters. Photograph:Ministry of Defence
The role and importance of armed forces in disaster management in both the countries has assumed increasing significance in recent years. Above, Army engineers lay a Bailey bridge, a temporary bridge of lattice steel designed for rapid assembly from prefabricated standard parts, used especially in military operations. Photograph: Ministry of Defence
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