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The 5th edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ between the Indian Army and the Japanese Ground Self Defence Forces commenced at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.
(MOREPIC1) This is an annual exercise and conducted alternatively in India and Japan. The contingent of both sides comprises 40 personnel each. The Japanese contingent is being represented by troops from the 34th Infantry Regiment and the Indian Army contingent is being represented by a Battalion from the Rajputana Rifles.
Aim of the Exercise is to foster Military Cooperation and enhance combined capabilities to execute joint operations in semi-urban environments under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter. The Exercise would focus on a high degree of physical fitness, joint planning, joint tactical drills and basics of special arms skills.
Lt General Togashi Yuichi, Commanding General, Eastern Army, Japan Ground Self Defence Force is also scheduled to visit India on the sidelines of the Exercise. The General officer will visit Mahajan Field Firing Ranges March 3 and witness Combat Shooting demonstration, Special Heliborne Operation (SHBO) and House Intervention Drills .
