Indian Air Force to Conduct Major Disaster Relief Exercise in Gujarat
The Indian Air Force will lead a significant humanitarian aid and disaster relief exercise in Jamnagar, Gujarat, from November 17 to 19.
Jamnagar, November 10 (Daily Kiran) : The Indian Air Force is set to launch a significant humanitarian aid and disaster relief exercise at the Air Force Station in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This international event, named AJHE-26, will involve multiple friendly nations and all three branches of the Indian Armed Forces. Participants will prepare for various emergency scenarios, including cyclones, earthquakes, and floods.
Scheduled from November 17 to 19, this annual joint exercise aims to enhance coordination among different agencies during major disasters. The Indian Air Force announced the details on Tuesday. The three-day event will see the participation of the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
The exercise will focus on readiness for severe situations such as cyclones, earthquakes, floods, and chemical emergencies. Various agencies will test their collaborative capabilities to conduct effective relief and rescue operations. This initiative will strengthen cooperation and coordination in disaster management between India and its allies.
In a related effort, the Indian and Myanmar armed forces recently evaluated their disaster relief preparedness through the first joint tri-service humanitarian assistance and disaster relief exercise, named “Rahaat Mitra.” This two-day exercise concluded on November 9 in Chennai.
During “Rahaat Mitra,” military personnel from both countries demonstrated their capabilities in maritime, land, and aerial disaster relief operations. The primary goal was to enhance coordination and joint operational capacity during natural disasters. The participating forces shared insights into their procedures and experiences in disaster management.
