India-UAE joint military exercise 'Mountain Guardian 2026' begins in Uttarakhand

New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) The India-UAE joint military exercise 'Mountain Guardian 2026' commenced at the Foreign Training Node in Chaubatia, Uttarakhand, on Monday, with troops from both countries set to undertake a range of drills focused on mountain warfare. The exercise, being conducted from October 5 to 18, seeks to enhance interoperability, mutual understanding and military cooperation between the two armies, with operations in challenging mountainous terrain forming the central focus. A total of 92 personnel, with equal representation from the two countries, are participating in the exercise. The Indian Army contingent comprises troops from a Bhairav Battalion, while…