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Indian Army Conducts Exercise Vajra Ghaat
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
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The Indian Army conducted Exercise Vajra Ghaat in Jaisalmer, showcasing the K9 Vajra artillery system's readiness in desert conditions. The exercise aimed to validate tactics for enhanced battlefield effectiveness, demonstrating the Army's swift deployment capabilities in the Thar Desert. This exercise strengthens combat posture in the western sector.
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- Exercise Vajra Ghaat held at Pokhran Field Firing Range.
- Demonstrated K9 Vajra artillery system's operational readiness.
- Focus on desert warfare conditions.
- Aim to validate refined Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP).
- Enhances battlefield survivability and operational effectiveness.
- Spearheaded by the White Tiger Division.
- Showcases swift deployment of heavy artillery.
- Takes place in the harsh terrain of the Thar Desert.
- Strengthens Army's combat posture in the western sector.
- K9 Vajra is derived from South Korea’s K9 Thunder.
- Designed for long-range fire with high accuracy.
- Compatible with Indian and NATO-standard ammunition.
- Features all-welded steel armor for protection.
- Procured under the ‘Buy Global’ category.
- Enhancing operational capabilities through such exercises.
- Focus on desert warfare preparedness.
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