9th India–Indonesia Special Forces exercise Garud Shakti 24 begins
An Indian Army Special Forces contingent left for Cijantung, Jakarta, for the 9th India–Indonesia joint exercise Garud Shakti 24, held from 1 to 12 November 2024.
Summary
An Indian Army contingent of 25 personnel from The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) left for Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia, for the 9th edition of the India–Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise Garud Shakti 24, held from 1 to 12 November 2024 (PIB, 1 Nov). Indonesia fielded 40 personnel from its Special Forces, Kopassus. The exercise aims to improve mutual understanding and interoperability between the two armies' Special Forces.
Key facts
- Dates/venue
- 1–12 Nov 2024, Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Edition
- 9th, Garud Shakti 24
- India
- 25 personnel, The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces)
- Indonesia
- 40 personnel, Kopassus
Practice MCQs 3 questions
Which edition of the India–Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise Garud Shakti was held in November 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 9th
PIB (Defence): the contingent left for the 9th edition of exercise Garud Shakti 24, held from 1 to 12 November 2024.
Which Indonesian Special Forces unit took part in exercise Garud Shakti 24?
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Correct answer: A — Kopassus
PIB (Defence): the Indonesian contingent of 40 personnel was represented by Indonesian Special Forces Kopassus.
Exercise Garud Shakti 24 (1–12 November 2024) was held at:
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Correct answer: D — Cijantung, Jakarta
PIB (Defence): the Indian contingent departed for Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia.