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The Print
13-06-2025
- Politics
- The Print
‘Nomadic Elephant', ‘Khaan Quest' exercises significant milestone in India's defence diplomacy: MoD
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh along with Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, Director General Operational Logistics and Strategic Movement, attended the closing ceremony of exercise 'Nomadic Elephant'. The 17th edition of Exercise Nomadic Elephant concluded today at Ulaanbaatar while Exercise Khaan Quest will kick off in Mongolia from June 14. New Delhi, Jun 13 (PTI) India-Mongolia bilateral military exercise 'Nomadic Elephant' and upcoming multinational exercise 'Khaan Quest' in that country mark a significant milestone in India's 'expanding defence diplomacy' and underscore the strategic importance of its partnership with Mongolia, the defence ministry said on Friday. 'The conduct of exercises Nomadic Elephant and Khaan Quest marks a significant milestone in India's expanding defence diplomacy and underscores the strategic importance of its partnership with Mongolia,' it said in a statement. The Indian Army contingent, comprising 45 personnel predominantly from a battalion of the Arunachal Scouts, actively participated in the two-week-long exercise in Ulaanbaatar. 'The focus of the joint training was to enhance interoperability between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Armed Forces while operating as a combined task force in semi-conventional scenarios in semi-urban and mountainous terrain under United Nations mandate,' it said. Defence Secretary Singh commended the professionalism, dedication and conduct of the Indian soldiers during Exercise Nomadic Elephant. He said this exercise is a 'testament to the enduring bond of friendship, mutual trust and shared cultural linkages between India and Mongolia'. It served as a platform for meaningful military cooperation and demonstrates India's unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability, Singh was quoted as saying in the statement. He added that the Indian Army's contribution to such joint initiatives not only 'enhances operational readiness but also reinforces India's role as a responsible stakeholder in global peacekeeping efforts'. The defence secretary is also scheduled to attend the opening ceremony of the multinational joint military exercise 'Khaan Quest' 2025 at the same location tomorrow, in which an Indian Army contingent is also participating. The annual joint military exercise, scheduled to be held from June 14-28, will bring together military forces from around the world to collaborate and enhance their peacekeeping capabilities. The Indian Army contingent is being represented mainly by troops from a battalion of the Kumaon Regiment along with personnel from other services, the ministry said on June 11. 'One woman officer and two women soldiers will also form part of the contingent,' it had said. The previous edition of this exercise was conducted in Mongolia from July 27 to August 9, 2024. PTI KND NB This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
India Gazette
13-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar presides over closing ceremony of India-Mongolia joint military exercise
Ulaanbaatar [Mongolia], June 13 (ANI): Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Friday presided over the closing ceremony of the India-Mongolia joint military exercise Nomadic Elephant in Ulaanbaatar. He was accompanied by Deputy Chief of the General Staff of Mongolia Brigadier General Baatar Baljid, Ambassador of India to Mongolia Atul M. Gotsurve, and Director General of Operational Logistics and Strategic Movement Lieutenant General Puspendra Singh. He lauded the professionalism of Indian and Mongolian troops, calling the exercise a symbol of growing defence cooperation and shared commitment to regional peace. Earlier, the Indian Army contingent departed today for the 17th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant. The exercise was conducted in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from May 31 to June 13. Exercise Nomadic Elephant is an annual event conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. The last edition of the exercise was conducted at Umroi, Meghalaya, in July 2024. The Indian contingent, comprising 45 personnel, was represented mainly by troops from a battalion of the Arunachal Scouts. The Mongolian Armed Forces contingent, also comprising similar strength, was represented by 150 Special Forces units. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability between the two forces while employing a joint task force in semi-conventional operations in semi-urban/mountainous terrain under a United Nations mandate. The scope of this exercise involves Platoon platoon-level Field Training Exercise. During the exercise, Indian and Mongolian troops engaged in various training activities to include endurance training, reflex shooting, room intervention, small team tactics and rock craft training, among others. In addition, to enhance the complexity of the exercise, aspects of Cyber Warfare were also incorporated in this edition of the exercise. Soldiers from both sides also learnt from each other's operational experience. The exercise underscores the shared commitment of India and Mongolia towards regional security, peace and stability. Exercise Nomadic Elephant reinforces the India-Mongolia relationship as a cornerstone of regional cooperation, fostering strong military ties and promoting cultural understanding. A testament to the enduring bond of friendship, trust and cultural linkages between India and Mongolia, the exercise sets the stage for meaningful professional engagement, highlighting the unwavering commitment of both nations to broader defence cooperation. (ANI)
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Nomadic Elephant', 'Khaan Quest' exercises significant milestone in India's defence diplomacy: MoD
India-Mongolia bilateral military exercise 'Nomadic Elephant' and upcoming multinational exercise 'Khaan Quest' in that country mark a significant milestone in India's "expanding defence diplomacy " and underscore the strategic importance of its partnership with Mongolia, the defence ministry said on Friday. The 17th edition of Exercise Nomadic Elephant concluded today at Ulaanbaatar while Exercise Khaan Quest will kick off in Mongolia from June 14. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh along with Lt Gen Pushpendra Singh, Director General Operational Logistics and Strategic Movement, attended the closing ceremony of exercise 'Nomadic Elephant'. "The conduct of exercises Nomadic Elephant and Khaan Quest marks a significant milestone in India's expanding defence diplomacy and underscores the strategic importance of its partnership with Mongolia," it said in a statement. The Indian Army contingent, comprising 45 personnel predominantly from a battalion of the Arunachal Scouts, actively participated in the two-week-long exercise in Ulaanbaatar. Live Events "The focus of the joint training was to enhance interoperability between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Armed Forces while operating as a combined task force in semi-conventional scenarios in semi-urban and mountainous terrain under United Nations mandate," it said. Defence Secretary Singh commended the professionalism, dedication and conduct of the Indian soldiers during Exercise Nomadic Elephant. He said this exercise is a "testament to the enduring bond of friendship, mutual trust and shared cultural linkages between India and Mongolia". It served as a platform for meaningful military cooperation and demonstrates India's unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability , Singh was quoted as saying in the statement. He added that the Indian Army's contribution to such joint initiatives not only "enhances operational readiness but also reinforces India's role as a responsible stakeholder in global peacekeeping efforts". The defence secretary is also scheduled to attend the opening ceremony of the multinational joint military exercise 'Khaan Quest' 2025 at the same location tomorrow, in which an Indian Army contingent is also participating. The annual joint military exercise, scheduled to be held from June 14-28, will bring together military forces from around the world to collaborate and enhance their peacekeeping capabilities. The Indian Army contingent is being represented mainly by troops from a battalion of the Kumaon Regiment along with personnel from other services, the ministry said on June 11. "One woman officer and two women soldiers will also form part of the contingent," it had said. The previous edition of this exercise was conducted in Mongolia from July 27 to August 9, 2024. PTI Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
India Gazette
01-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
India-Mongolia joint military exercise 'Nomadic Elephant 2025' commences in Ulaanbaatar
New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The 17th edition of the India-Mongolia joint military exercise, Nomadic Elephant, commenced on May 31, 2025, at the Special Forces training centre in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The exercise is scheduled to run until June 13, 2025. The opening ceremony was attended by key dignitaries, including India's Ambassador to Mongolia, Atul Malhari Gotsurve, and Major General Lkhagvasuren Ganselem from the Mongolian side. Both leaders extended their best wishes to the participating troops and expressed hope that the exercise would strengthen cooperation and mutual understanding between the armed forces of India and Mongolia. They emphasised that the joint exercise would enhance the operational readiness of both armies and contribute to deepening the enduring defence relationship between the two nations. This annual exercise is conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. The last edition was held at Umroi, Meghalaya, in July 2024. The Indian contingent comprises 45 personnel, mainly troops from a battalion of the Arunachal Scouts. The Mongolian armed forces contingent, of similar strength, is represented by a 150 Special Forces unit. Scheduled activities include platoon-level field training exercises focusing on semi-conventional operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain under the United Nations mandate. The joint drills will include counter-terrorism operations in semi-mountainous terrain, endurance training, reflex shooting, room intervention, small team tactics, rock craft training, and cyber warfare aspects. Troops from both sides will also rehearse activities conducted during United Nations peacekeeping operations, simulating scenarios where multinational forces must work together effectively in complex situations. This collaboration aims to improve the ability of both forces to respond swiftly and efficiently during operations. Soldiers from both sides will learn from each other's operational experience, share knowledge and expertise, and build lasting bonds of friendship and trust. The exercise underscores the shared commitment of India and Mongolia towards regional security, peace, and stability. Exercise Nomadic Elephant reinforces the India-Mongolia relationship as a cornerstone of regional cooperation, fostering strong military ties and promoting cultural understanding. It stands as a testament to the enduring bond of friendship, trust, and cultural linkages between India and Mongolia, setting the stage for meaningful professional engagement and highlighting the unwavering commitment of both nations to broader defence cooperation. (ANI)
