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Exercise Agni Pariksha: Army-ITBP Joint Initiative
- 04 Feb 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The Indian Army and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) recently concluded a six-day joint training exercise named “Agni Pariksha” in Arunachal Pradesh, aimed at strengthening inter-force operational synergy along border regions.
Key Points:
- Location: The exercise was conducted at Sigar in the East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Objective:The primary purpose of the drill was to familiarise non-artillery personnel — including infantry and ITBP troops — with artillery procedures, fire control systems, coordination mechanisms, and the execution of firing missions under realistic field conditions.
- Participants: Spearhead Gunners of the Indian Army’s Spear Corps alongside infantry regiments and personnel from the ITBP.
- Significance: Improves coordination between the Army and paramilitary forces for border security and combat operations.
- Operational readiness: Ensures troops are better prepared for complex battlefield scenarios, especially in high-altitude border sectors.
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