The Indian Army recently conducted the Exercise Yudh Kaushal 3.0 in Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing its multi-domain warfare capabilities and joint drills with indigenous technology.
Overview of Yudh Kaushal 3.0 Drill
The Exercise Yudh Kaushal 3.0 took place in the Kameng region of Arunachal Pradesh, demonstrating operational readiness, integration of emerging technologies, and synergy with indigenous defence industries.
Highlights of Exercise Yudh Kaushal 3.0
- Drone surveillance and real-time target acquisition
- Precision strikes with advanced weapon systems
- Air-littoral dominance and synchronized battlefield maneuvers
- Operational debut of ASHNI platoons with next-gen technology
- Active participation of Indian civil defence industry
Technology and Atmanirbhar Bharat
The exercise emphasized the integration of indigenous innovations, showcasing the rapid translation of domestic defence technology into battlefield applications.
Achook Prahar: Joint Drill with ITBP
Parallel to Yudh Kaushal 3.0, the Infantry troops of the Army’s Spear Corps conducted Exercise ‘Achook Prahar’ with the ITBP in Arunachal Pradesh from August 25–28, 2025.
- Joint firepower coordination under simulated battlefield conditions
- Inter-agency cooperation in countering threats along sensitive border areas
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
- Exercise Yudh Kaushal 3.0 showcased India’s military modernization and operational readiness in multi-domain warfare.
- The integration of indigenous technologies highlights India’s pursuit of self-reliance in defence under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
- Joint drills like Achook Prahar with ITBP strengthen inter-agency cooperation for border security and high-altitude warfare operations.
