India-UAE
India-UAE begin ‘Mountain Guardian 2026’: Troops gear up for high-altitude warfare in Uttarakhand
The India-UAE Joint Military Exercise Mountain Guardian 2026 commenced on Monday at the Foreign Training Node in Chaubatia, Uttarakhand.
The exercise, being conducted from October 5 to 18, aims to enhance interoperability, mutual understanding and cooperation between the two armies, with a focus on mountain warfare.
A total of 92 personnel, with equal representation from both armies, are participating in the exercise.
The Indian Army contingent comprises troops from a Bhairav Battalion, while the UAE Army contingent includes personnel from a Mountain Infantry Battalion.
Women officers and combatants from both armies are also participating in the exercise in various specialist roles.
During the exercise, the troops will undertake joint planning, tactical drills, firing practices, establishment of surveillance grids, drone operations, physical endurance training, rock climbing, obstacle training and integrated field exercises.
The training will also incorporate technology-enabled operations and facilitate the exchange of tactics, techniques and procedures relevant to operations in challenging mountainous terrain.
Exercise Mountain Guardian 2026 will provide both armies with an opportunity to exchange professional experiences, enhance tactical proficiency and share best practices in operational procedures.
The exercise is expected to further strengthen military-to-military cooperation between India and the UAE while reinforcing the bonds of friendship and trust between the two nations.
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