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Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting the operational phase of Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026.
Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026
- It is a multilateral air exercise.
- Held at – Air Force Station, Jodhpur.
- Theme – “Power in Partnership”.
- Aim – To enhance interoperability and operational cooperation among participating air forces.
- Participating countries – Australia, USA, UAE, France, Germany, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh.
- Objectives
- Operational Objectives
- Conduct advanced joint training
- Enhance interoperability among participating units
- Facilitate the exchange of operational expertise
- Improve understanding of diverse operational procedures
- Strengthen aerospace safety protocols
- Promote knowledge sharing regarding capabilities and operating philosophies
- Professional Objectives – Foster interaction among the following groups:
- Aircrew members
- Mission planning personnel
- Operational support personnel
- Participating Aircraft – It includes a range of aircraft types:
- F-35 Lightning II
- Rafale
- F-16
- A400M
- MRTT (Multi-Role Tanker Transport)
- C-130 and C-130J
- KC-30A
- Additional Activities – It will also feature the following activities:
- Professional seminar
- Industrial tours
- Sekhon Marathon
- Heritage tours
- Yoga sessions
- Cultural and outreach activities
- These activities are designed to promote professional exchange, cultural understanding, and camaraderie among participants.
- Significance
- This demonstrates the Indian Air Force’s operational capabilities.
- It strengthens India’s defence partnerships.
- It improves interoperability with foreign air forces.
- It provides exposure to advanced aircraft and operational practices.
- It highlights India’s growing indigenous aerospace and defence capabilities.
- It supports India’s broader objective of constructive defence engagement and regional security cooperation.
Reference
News on Air | Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026
