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11th India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise "Khanjar" Begins.

Defence | Dated: 19 Jan 2026

The 11th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise "Khanjar" has commenced at the Special Forces Training School in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh. The exercise focuses on exchanging best practices in counter-terrorism operations in mountainous and desert terrain under the UN mandate.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The Indian contingent is represented by troops from The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces).
  • The exercise aims to strengthen defence ties and interoperability.
  • It includes drills on raid, search and destroy operations, and heliborne operations.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Exercise: Khanjar.
  • Partner: Kyrgyzstan.
  • Type: Special Forces.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the name of the joint Special Forces exercise conducted between India and Kyrgyzstan?

Correct Answer: Khanjar

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Kyrgyzstan

  • Capital – Bishkek
  • Currency – Kyrgyzstani Som