Indian and Omani Armies Begin 5th Edition of Joint Exercise "AL NAJAH" in Salalah

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The Indian Army contingent has departed for the 5th edition of the India-Oman Joint Military Exercise “AL NAJAH” in Salalah, Oman.

An Overview of the News

• The Defence Ministry announced that the Indian Army’s contingent comprises 60 personnel from the Mechanised Infantry Regiment.

• The Royal Army of Oman’s contingent also consists of 60 personnel from the Frontier Force.

Objectives and Schedule

• The primary goal of the joint exercise is to enhance the joint military capability of both nations for counterterrorism operations.

• The exercise will focus on operations in a desert environment.

• Exercise AL NAJAH has been conducted biennially since 2015, alternating between India and Oman.

About Oman

• Sultan - Haitham bin Tariq Al Said

• Capital - Muscat

• Official Language - Arabic

• Official Religion - Islam

• Currency - Omani rial