- On November 17, the eighth edition of the India-UK joint military exercise commenced at the Overseas Training Centre at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, under the mandate of the United Nations.
- The 14-day bilateral training program will be held from November 17 to 30, 2025, as part of the long-term military cooperation.
- Equal representation of the Indian and British Army was ensured, with a total of 240 personnel participating.
- Soldiers from the Sikh Regiment have been assigned as the Indian Army representatives for this exercise.
- The training focuses on counter-terrorism operations in semi-urban terrain, with joint mission planning at the brigade level.
- Integrated tactical exercises and simulation-based scenarios are a key part of the exercise's design.
- Field exercises at the company level simulate real-world counter-terrorism contingencies.
- The exercise aims to strengthen tactical proficiency and improve joint operational responses between the two armies.
- Held biennially since 2011, Ajeya Warrior has evolved into a major defense cooperation for both countries.
- The 2025 edition reinforces the shared objectives of professionalism, cooperation, regional stability and global peace.
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