Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Himachal Pradesh is the host state for the 16th edition of the India–US Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’, being held at the Special Forces Training School in Bakloh from 24 February to 16 March 2026. The exercise involves personnel from the Indian Army’s Special Forces and the United States Army’s Green Berets. It focuses on enhancing interoperability, strengthening joint operational capabilities, and exchanging expertise in special operations tactics. Special emphasis is placed on conducting coordinated missions in mountainous terrain, improving combat readiness and reinforcing the growing defence partnership between the two nations.