India-Australia joint military exercise AustraHind underway in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 22 (UNI) The India-Australia joint military exercise 'AUSTRAHIND' is progressing here with around 240 personnel from the two armies undergoing intensive training in jungle, island and coastal terrains to enhance combat preparedness and operational coordination. The exercise, which commenced on October 19, involves approximately 120 personnel each from the Indian Army and the Australian Army, with a focus on improving tactical proficiency and interoperability through coordinated training and exchange of operational expertise. The training programme includes combat swimming, static slithering, ambush drills, drone manoeuvring and physical training, enabling troops to strengthen their capabilities to operate in diverse and…