India-Mongolia joint miltary exercise 'Nomadic Elephant' begins

The joint military exercise 'Nomadic Elephant' between India and Mongolia kicked off in Umroi, Meghalaya, to enhance military capabilities for counter-insurgency missions under UN mandate. The 16th edition involves a 45-member Indian contingent from Sikkim Scouts Battalion and personnel from other services, alongside the Mongolian 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion. The exercise, focusing on semi-urban and mountainous terrains, includes tactical drills like response to terrorist actions and cordon and search operations, aiming to share best practices in joint operations.