Rajasthan
India to Host Tarang Shakti
- 03 Aug 2024
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Why in News?
According to the sources, India will host the international air exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ in two phases, taking place in Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan.
Key Points
- It will be the largest international air exercise ever conducted in India, with invitations extended to 51 countries.
- The Indian Air Force has received confirmation from ten countries for participation with their assets and 18 countries as observers.
- Phase one of the exercise will be conducted at Sulur in Tamil Nadu from August 6 to August 14 and four countries including France, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom will participate with their assets.
- Phase two will be held at Jodhpur in Rajasthan from September 1 to 14 and it will see participation from Australia, Bangladesh, Greece, Singapore, UAE and the USA with their assets.
- F-18, A-18, C-130 aircraft, F-16 aircraft, A-10, KC-130 aircraft, KC-135 aircraft of the Indian Air Force will take part in this exercise.
- It aims to boost military cooperation and highlight India’s defence industry, supporting the country’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).
