Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025
- 28 Jul 2025
In News:
The 14th edition of Exercise Bold Kurukshetra was commenced in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, reinforcing India–Singapore military ties. This bilateral military exercise is a key component of both countries’ growing defence cooperation.
About Exercise Bold Kurukshetra:
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Feature |
Description |
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Type |
Bilateral joint military exercise |
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First Initiated |
2005 |
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Edition |
14th edition (2025) |
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Location (2025) |
Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
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Duration |
28 July – 4 August 2025 |
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Format |
Tabletop Exercise and Computer-Based Wargame |
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Objective |
Enhance interoperability, validate mechanised warfare tactics, and simulate UN peacekeeping operations |
Participating Contingents:
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Country |
Unit/Regiment |
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India |
Mechanised Infantry Regiment |
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Singapore |
42nd Armoured Regiment, 4th Singapore Armoured Brigade |
Key Features:
- Mechanised Warfare Focus: Validates joint operational tactics in modern armoured and mechanised operations.
- UN Mandate Simulation: Exercises conducted under simulated Chapter VII of the UN Charter, preparing both armies for peacekeeping and peace enforcement missions.
- Ceremonial Traditions: Enhances military camaraderie through shared symbolism and operational command handovers.
- Equipment Display: The exercise concludes with a display of Indian Army equipment, highlighting India's indigenous defence capabilities.
Strategic Significance:
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Domain |
Contribution |
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Defence Diplomacy |
Deepens bilateral military cooperation with Singapore |
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Indo-Pacific Stability |
Enhances India’s strategic role in maintaining peace in the Indo-Pacific |
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UN Peacekeeping |
Builds joint operational readiness for multinational UN-mandated missions |
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Capacity Building |
Boosts joint planning and execution skills for mechanised combat environments |