The 7th edition of the India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise Dustlik culminated today at Namangan in Uzbekistan. The Indian Armed Forces contingent, comprising 60 personnel, was represented by 45 personnel from the Indian Army and 15 from the Indian Air Force. The Uzbekistan contingent also had 60 personnel from the Uzbekistan Army and Air Force.  

 

In a social media post, the Indian Army said the exercise enhanced preparedness for joint operations to neutralise unlawful armed groups. It said the exercise provided an opportunity to exchange best practices in counter-terrorism.

 

The aim of Exercise DUSTLIK is to strengthen military cooperation and enhance the ability to conduct joint operations in semi-mountainous terrain. The exercise emphasises a high level of physical fitness, coordinated planning, joint tactical drills, and the fundamentals of special arms skills.