IAF's 'Tarang Shakti' multinational exercise rescheduled

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The 'Tarang Shakti' multinational military exercise originally planned for October has been postponed to mid-2024.

An Overview of the News

• The Indian Air Force (IAF) will host the 'Tarang Shakti' multinational military exercise.

• The rescheduling was due to several participating air forces being unable to attend this year's event.

Miscellaneous Partnership:

• 'Tarang Shakti' will include several major air forces such as France, the UK, Australia, the US, and Japan.

• These countries will contribute fighter jets, military transport aircraft, and mid-air refuellers to the exercise.

• In addition, six other countries have been invited as observers, highlighting the global importance of the exercise.

Objectives of 'Tarang Shakti':

• Expected to involve around 12 air forces, 'Tarang Shakti' aims to showcase international cooperation and military capabilities.

• The main goal of the exercise is to enhance military coordination and promote seamless interaction between the participating nations.

• The exercise is set to be India's most comprehensive air exercise, underscoring its growing role in global military cooperation.

Recent International Exercises of IAF:

• In April, the Indian Air Force sent four Rafale jets, two C-17 aircraft, and two IL-78 mid-air refueling aircraft for a multinational air exercise at the Mont-de-Marsan military base in France.

• Another notable incident involved four Rafale fighter jets carrying out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region lasting more than six hours.

• It showcased the combat capabilities of the advanced aircraft and showcased India's air power launch capabilities.

• Additionally, the Indian and US air forces conducted the Cope India exercise in locations such as Kalaikunda, Panagarh, and Agra, involving US assets such as B1 bomber jets and F-15 fighter aircraft. This highlighted the strong cooperation between the two countries.