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Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2025: Indian and Mongolian armies reaffirm defence ties in 17th edition
New Delhi [India], June 10(ANI): The Indian and Mongolian armies are conducting the 17th edition of Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2025 at the Special Forces Training Centre in Ulaanbaatar. The exercise focuses on non-conventional operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. It aims to enhance joint operational capabilities and interoperability between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Army. According to an Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) post on X, the exercise is not only a crucial training platform but also a reaffirmation of the strong strategic partnership between India and Mongolia. 'Exercise #NomadicElephant 2025 The 17th edition of the Joint Military Exercise #NomadicElephant 2025 between India and Mongolia is underway at the Special Forces Training Centre, Ulaanbaatar. Focusing on non-conventional operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain, the exercise aims to enhance joint operational capabilities and interoperability between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Army. This bilateral exercise serves as a crucial training platform and a reaffirmation of the strong strategic partnership between India and Mongolia.' On Sunday, the Indian Army said that training focuses on conducting non-conventional operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain under a United Nations mandate. The objective is to enhance the operational capabilities of both forces. Participating contingents actively exchange best practices in counter-terrorism operations and precision sniping, thereby improving interoperability. Through these joint drills, Indian and Mongolian forces aim to strengthen their ability to respond effectively to contemporary security challenges. The 'Nomadic Elephant 2025' exercise began on May 31 and is scheduled to continue until June 13, 2025. Key dignitaries attended the opening ceremony, including India's Ambassador to Mongolia, Atul Malhari Gotsurve, and Major General Lkhagvasuren Ganselem from the Mongolian side. Both leaders extended their best wishes to the participating troops. They expressed hope that the exercise would further strengthen cooperation and mutual understanding between the armed forces of India and Mongolia. This annual exercise is conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. The last edition was held at Umroi, Meghalaya, in July 2024. The Indian contingent comprises 45 personnel, mainly troops from a battalion of the Arunachal Scouts. The Mongolian armed forces contingent, of similar strength, is represented by a 150 Special Forces unit. The joint drills will include counter-terrorism operations in semi-mountainous terrain, endurance training, reflex shooting, room intervention, small team tactics, rock craft training, and cyber warfare aspects. (ANI)
India Gazette
28-05-2025
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Indian, Mongolian armies to hold 17th 'Nomadic Elephant 2025' joint exercise in Ulaanbaatar
New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): The Indian Army and the Mongolian Armed Forces will commence the 17th edition of their joint military exercise, Nomadic Elephant 2025, from May 31 to June 13 at Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The exercise is aimed at enhancing interoperability between the two armies in conducting counter-insurgency operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain, particularly under the framework of the United Nations mandate. In a post on X, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG PI) wrote, 'Exercise NomadicElephant 2025. The 17th edition of the Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant 2025 between the Indian Army & the Mongolian Army will be held from 31 May to 13 June 2025 at Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.' 'The Exercise aims to improve interoperability between both Armies in conducting non-conventional operations in semi-urban/ mountainous terrain under the UN mandate. The exercise will foster enhanced military cooperation, strengthen joint operational capabilities and build camaraderie between the #IndianArmy and the Mongolian Army,' the ADG PI added on X. Meanwhile, a 19-member delegation from the Mongolian Army, led by Brigadier General Ontsgoibayar Lkhamjii, visited the Indian Army's Shatrujeet Brigade to gain firsthand insight into the professional aspects of airborne troops. This visit marked a key step in strengthening India-Mongolia defence cooperation. The two armies had earlier engaged in the field exercise Nomadic Elephant held in July 2024. The exercise is conducted on an annual basis. The Indian contingent, comprising 45 personnel, was represented by a battalion of SIKKIM SCOUTS and personnel from other arms and services. The Mongolian contingent was represented by personnel from the 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion of the Mongolian Army. Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT was an annual training event conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. As per the MoD statement, the exercise aimed to enhance the joint military capability of both sides to undertake counter-insurgency operations in a sub-conventional scenario under Chapter VII of the United Nations Mandate. The exercise focused on operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. Tactical drills during the exercise included responding to a terrorist action, establishing a joint command post, establishing an intelligence and surveillance centre, securing a helipad/landing site, small team insertion and extraction, special heliborne operations, cordon and search operations, and the employment of drones and counter-drone systems, among other things. Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT enabled both sides to share their best practices in tactics, techniques, and procedures for conducting joint operations. The exercise also facilitated the development of interoperability, bonhomie, and camaraderie between the two armies. It further enhanced the level of defence cooperation, augmenting bilateral relations between the two friendly nations.(ANI)
India Gazette
28-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Mongolian army delegation visits Shatrujeet Brigade, enhancing India-Mongolia bilateral defence cooperation ties
Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): A 19-member delegation from the Mongolian Army, led by Brigadier General Ontsgoibayar Lkhamjii, visited the Indian Army's Shatrujeet Brigade to gain firsthand insight into the professional aspects of airborne troops. This visit marked a key step in strengthening India-Mongolia defence cooperation. In a post on X, SuryaCommand IA wrote,' Mongolian Delegation Visits Shatrujeet Brigade. A 19-member Mongolian Army delegation, headed by Brigadier General Ontsgoibayar Lkhamjii, visited the Shatrujeet Brigade. The delegation was given firsthand insight into the professional aspects of Airborne troops, a significant step in bolstering India-Mongolia bilateral defence cooperation.' The two armies had earlier engaged in a field exercise called Nomadic Elephant held in July 2024. The exercise is conducted on an annual basis. The Indian contingent, comprising 45 personnel, was represented by a battalion of SIKKIM SCOUTS and personnel from other arms and services. The Mongolian contingent was represented by personnel from the 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion of the Mongolian Army. Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT was an annual training event conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. As per the MoD statement, the exercise aimed to enhance the joint military capability of both sides to undertake counter-insurgency operations in a sub-conventional scenario under Chapter VII of the United Nations Mandate. The exercise focused on operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. Tactical drills during the exercise included responding to a terrorist action, establishing a joint command post, establishing an intelligence and surveillance centre, securing a helipad/landing site, small team insertion and extraction, special heliborne operations, cordon and search operations, and the employment of drones and counter-drone systems, among other things. Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT enabled both sides to share their best practices in tactics, techniques, and procedures for conducting joint operations. The exercise also facilitated the development of interoperability, bonhomie, and camaraderie between the two armies. It further enhanced the level of defence cooperation, augmenting bilateral relations between the two friendly nations. (ANI)
