Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran-XVII

• India-Nepal joint military exercise Surya Kiran-XVII begins in Pithoragarh.

• A contingent of Nepal Army comprising 334 personnel arrived in India to participate in the 17th joint military exercise Surya Kiran.

• This exercise is being conducted in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand from 24 November to 07 December 2023.

• It is an annual event and is organized by rotation in both the countries.

• The Indian Army contingent of 354 soldiers is being led by a battalion of the Kumaon Regiment, while on the other hand, the Nepal Army contingent is being represented by the Tara Dal battalion.

• The exercise aims to enhance operational procedures in jungle warfare, counter-terrorism operations in mountainous areas and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.