19th Edition Of YUDH ABHYAS Began In Alaska

The 19th edition of YUDH ABHYAS was kickstarted in Alaska, USA, on 25 September.
According to the Defence Ministry, it is an annual exercise performed jointly by the Indian Army and the United States Army.
The lead battalion on the Indian side is part of the MARATHA Light Infantry Regiment.
According to the Ministry, both parties will perform a series of tactical manoeuvres to improve cooperation in UN peacekeeping missions.
The exercise will also involve the exchange of views and best practices in drills on a wide spectrum of combat skills, including combat engineering, obstruction clearance, mine and Improvised Explosive Devices warfare.