Rajasthan
Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025
- 28 Jul 2025
- 1 min read
Why in News?
The 14th edition of the India–Singapore Joint Military Exercise, Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025, commenced on 27th July 2025 in Jodhpur (Rajasthan) and will continue until 4th August 2025.
Key Points
- About: The military exercise involves the participation of the 42 Singapore Armoured Regiment of the 4 Singapore Armoured Brigade and the Indian Army’s Mechanised Infantry Regiment.
- Objective and Structure: Its primary aim is to validate operational procedures for mechanized warfare, ensuring the armies of both nations enhance their interoperability and joint training capabilities.
- The exercise includes a Table Top Exercise, a Computer-Based Wargame, and will conclude with an equipment display by the Indian Army.
- Leadership: The Indian contingent will be led by Colonel Arjun Ganapathi, Commanding Officer of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment, while Lieutenant Colonel Khiew Zhi Yoong, Battalion Commander of the 42 Singapore Armoured Regiment, will lead the Singaporean side.
- Significance: The exercise will consolidate the strong defence ties between India and Singapore and foster greater mutual understanding and collaboration at both tactical and strategic levels.
