Jaipur, Nov 17 (NationPress) The eighth edition of the India–UK Joint Military Training Exercise AJEYA WARRIOR-25 officially began on Monday at the Foreign Training Node, Mahajan Field Firing Ranges located in Rajasthan.

This exercise, scheduled from 17 to 30 November 2025, spans 14 days and emphasizes the increasing defense collaboration and interoperability between the Indian Army and the British Army.

A total of 240 personnel, with equal representation from both armies, are participating in this significant event.

The Indian Army contingent features troops from the esteemed Sikh Regiment, celebrated for its operational excellence and professionalism.

This exercise is being conducted under a United Nations mandate, focusing primarily on enhancing joint capabilities in counter-terrorism operations within semi-urban environments.

Throughout the next two weeks, participating troops will engage in a rigorous and immersive training program.

Key activities will include joint mission planning at the Brigade level, integrated tactical drills, simulation scenarios, and company-level field training exercises designed to mirror realistic counter-terror contingencies.

These training modules aim to bolster interoperability, improve tactical proficiency, and foster coordinated responses to complex operational challenges.

Special attention will be devoted to sharing best practices, refining Standard Operating Procedures, and enhancing operational synergy for peacekeeping and counter-terror missions.

Initiated in 2011 and held biennially, AJEYA WARRIOR has evolved into a flagship engagement between the Indian and British Armies.

The 2025 edition builds on the foundation laid by previous exercises, reflecting mutual trust, a shared strategic outlook, and a commitment to fostering regional security and global peace.

This exercise not only strengthens professional ties between the two forces but also provides a platform for cultural exchange and enhancing defense diplomacy.

With a focus on improving mutual learning and operational readiness, AJEYA WARRIOR-25 is set to significantly enhance the collaborative security efforts of both nations, further solidifying their enduring defense partnership.