Bold Kurukshetra 2025: India-Singapore Joint Drill

India-Singapore Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025 Begins

Why in the News ?

The 14th edition of the India-Singapore joint military exercise, Bold Kurukshetra 2025, commenced in Jodhpur. It aims to enhance interoperability and joint training under a UN mandate, focusing on mechanised warfare using tabletop exercises and computer-based wargaming.

Bold Kurukshetra 2025: India-Singapore Joint Drill

Exercise Objectives and Format:

  • Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025 is being conducted as a tabletop exercise and computer-based wargame.
  • The focus is on validating operational procedures for mechanised warfare.
  • It enhances interoperability and builds joint operational capabilities of both armies.
  • The exercise promotes UN-mandated peacekeeping readiness and joint mission coordination.
  • It will culminate with an equipment display by the Indian Army.

Bilateral Defence Cooperation

  • The exercise involves the 42 Singapore Armoured Regiment of the 4 Singapore Armoured Brigade.
  • From India, the Mechanised Infantry Regiment is participating.
  • It reflects the growing India-Singapore defence partnership and deepens strategic trust.
  • The exercise fosters mutual understanding in tactical and operational military domains.
  • It supports regional security through joint preparedness and training.

Significance of India’s Military Exercises:

● India conducts bilateral and multilateral military exercises to enhance strategic cooperation.

● These exercises strengthen ties with countries in Southeast Asia, IOR, and Indo-Pacific.

● Exercises like Bold Kurukshetra improve combat readiness and coordination in real-time missions.

● Joint drills help India maintain a responsive and modernised military posture.

● They align with India’s vision of Act East Policy and regional defence diplomacy.