The 13th edition of the joint military exercise KHANJAR between India and Kyrgyzstan begins today at Misamari in Assam’s Sonitpur district, running 14 days to boost Special Forces interoperability in UN-mandated urban warfare and counter-terrorism operations.
Focus Areas
India’s elite Parachute Regiment pairs with Kyrgyzstan’s Scorpion Brigade for advanced tactics like sniping, room intervention, building clearance, mountain craft, and specialized counter-terror drills, building on annual ties since 2011 (alternating venues; 12th edition in Kyrgyzstan, March 2025).
Strategic Ties
This strengthens bilateral defense cooperation and regional security, fostering shared skills and camaraderie. The event underscores India’s growing military partnerships in Central Asia.
