The India-Singapore bilateral military exercise, 'Agni Warrior 2024,' was conducted in Maharashtra.
National
The India-Singapore bilateral military exercise, 'Agni Warrior (XAW-2024),' took place at the Devlali Field Firing Ranges in Maharashtra from November 28 to November 30. This annual exercise is part of the ongoing defense cooperation between the two countries and focuses on improving collaboration and interoperability between their artillery units.
- The 13th edition of the exercise aimed to demonstrate joint firepower planning and execution, using modern equipment by the artillery forces of both armies.
- The joint exercise saw the participation of 114 personnel from the Indian Army's Regiment of Artillery and 182 personnel from the Singapore Armed Forces' Singapore Artillery, fostering collaboration and mutual understanding between the two nations' military forces.
- The Agni Warrior exercise, conducted under the Army Bilateral Agreement between India and Singapore since 2004, involves extensive joint preparation and field training, where personnel from both armies collaborate on various operational tasks to enhance coordination and interoperability.
Main Point :- (i) The 12th edition of the Agni Warrior exercise was held at the same Devlali Field Firing Ranges in 2022.
(ii) The goal of XAW-2024 was to enhance mutual understanding of drills and procedures for greater cooperation as a multinational force under the UN Charter, showcasing joint firepower planning, execution, and the use of modern equipment by the artillery units of the Indian Army and Singapore Armed Forces.
(iii) The exercise involved sharing best practices and advanced techniques, improving operational knowledge, and building mutual trust between the Indian Army and Singapore Armed Forces.
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