Raj Sadosh/Abohar.
Joint India-Uzbekistan Military Exercise ‘DUSTLIK’ conducted at Termez Combined Arms Training Ranges concluded today.
Exercise ‘DUSTLIK’ commenced from 15 Apr 2024 wherein Amogh Division, Saviours of Fazilka Brigade and Mooltan Battalion of Sapta Shakti Command represented the Indian Army, whereas two platoons of Armed Forces of the Republic of Uzbekistan represented the Uzbekistan Army.
To stand together and fight terrorism is the resolve of two nations of the world that is India and Uzbekistan. The resolve for peace and fight against terrorism manifested and was amply demonstrated in this joint exercise.
The exercise culminated with a 48 hour long tactical exercise on Small Team Insertion, Extraction and Cordon and Search Operation wherein troops from both the contingents were mixed into buddy pairs, comprising of one Indian and one Uzbeki soldier, thereby achieving maximum cohesion and interoperability between the two armies.
Exercise ‘DUSTLIK’ was the fifth edition of bilateral exercises between India and Uzbekistan. The joint exercise focused on Counter Terrorism operations and it was a Platoon level exercise and was aimed at achieving maximum cohesion and inter-operability between the two armies with focus on exchange of ideas, concepts and best practices between both the armies.
The exercise culminated with a 48 hour long tactical exercise on Small Team Insertion, Extraction and Cordon and Search Operation wherein troops from both the contingents were mixed into buddy pairs, comprising of one Indian and one Uzbeki soldier, thereby achieving maximum cohesion and interoperability between the two armies.
A cultural evening was also organised showcasing and celebrating the varied and rich culture of both India and Uzbekistan. The participating contingents represented respective countries & shared their insight on Counter Insurgency/ Terrorism Operations which provided great learning value for troops from both the countries.