The 13th edition of bilateral military exercise 'Surya Kiran', between India and Nepal Army commenced at Pithoragarth, Uttarakhand on 30 May, 2018. Soldiers from both the countries sharing their experience of counter-terrorism, counter-terror, forest fighting, counter insurgence and natural disaster management. Over 300 soldiers from both the countries take part in this exercise. With the focus on the implementation of key India assisted projects and building the trust between two countries. Our honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited Nepal, after which it was assumed that battalion level military exercise will strenthen the Indo-Nepal relations in many aspects.
Some important facts about 'Surya Kiran':
- 'Surya Kiran' military exercise take place twice in a year.
- India participate in military exercise with a lot of countries, but according to the number of soldiers, 'Surya Kiran' military exercise is the largest
- It would be the first time when women soldiers of Nepal will take part in this exercise.
