Marking a milestone in defense collaboration, the 13th edition of Exercise Khanjar 2026 between India and Kyrgyzstan reached its conclusion at Misamari, Assam, through an impressive closing ceremony on Tuesday. Conducted over 14 days from February 4 to 17, 2026, it exemplified professional synergy between elite forces.
Equal teams of 20 from India’s elite Parachute Regiment Special Forces and Kyrgyzstan’s Ilbirs Brigade delved into counter-terrorism, advanced special ops, urban warfare simulations, and UN-mandated tactics. Best-practice swaps enhanced joint effectiveness and trust levels.
Launched in 2011, the exercise rotates between nations, with Kyrgyzstan staging the 2025 version in March.
At the wrap-up, both sides celebrated achievements that polished expertise while renewing vows for sustained military partnership, regional security, and anti-terror fronts.
On another note, Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra of Western Air Command inspected a frontline base. Honored with a guard presentation, he reviewed setups, undertook an SU-30MKI flight, and applauded staff for their top-notch readiness and zeal.
This oversight affirmed IAF’s high alert status. Air Marshal Mishra noted the command’s steadfast commitment to safeguarding the country against emerging threats.