NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, India and the United States launched their tri-service exercise, named Tiger Triumph, in the Bay of Bengal. This exercise aims to enhance military interoperability, particularly in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, as well as in crisis situations.
Two-Week Exercise with Maritime and Amphibious Operations
The exercise will last for two weeks, with a harbour phase in Visakhapatnam followed by maritime and amphibious operations off Kakinada. One of the key goals of the exercise is to create standard operating procedures (SOPs) that will establish a combined coordination centre. This centre will streamline communication and enable quick coordination between the task forces during exercises and emergencies.
Key Assets from India and the US
India will contribute warships, including INS Jalashwa, INS Gharial, INS Mumbai, and INS Shakti, along with their integral helicopters, landing crafts, and P-8I maritime patrol aircraft. The Indian Army will deploy troops from the 91 Infantry Brigade and the 12 Mechanised Infantry Battalion. The Indian Air Force (IAF) will also participate with C-130J ‘Super Hercules’ aircraft, Mi-17 helicopters, and a rapid action medical team (RAMT).
On the US side, the exercise will feature the USS Comstock, an amphibious warship, and the USS Ralph Johnson, a guided-missile destroyer, along with US Marines.
Joint Command and Medical Aid Operations
During the exercise, the Indian Army and US Marines will set up a joint command and control centre at the Kakinada naval enclave. Both forces will work together on various aspects, including medical aid. A joint medical camp will be established, with teams from the IAF RAMT and the US Navy medical team providing aid to those in need.
Growing India-US Military Cooperation
The India-US military relationship has been strengthening over the years, with both nations engaging in increasingly complex and frequent exercises. These include joint events like Vajra Prahar, Yudh Abhyas, and the Malabar naval wargames, which also involve Australia and Japan.
Key Takeaways:
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The Tiger Triumph exercise is a two-week event designed to improve military interoperability for humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and crisis management between India and the US.
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Both Indian and US forces are actively engaged, with a focus on joint command operations and medical assistance.
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The India-US military cooperation continues to grow, strengthening their strategic partnership.
India and US Launch ‘Tiger Triumph’ Military Exercise in the Bay of Bengal
NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, India and the United States kicked off their major tri-service exercise, Tiger Triumph, in the Bay of Bengal. The exercise focuses on improving military interoperability for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, as well as enhancing collaboration during crisis situations.
Two-Week Exercise with Maritime and Amphibious Operations
The two-week exercise will begin with a harbour phase in Visakhapatnam. This will be followed by large-scale maritime and amphibious operations off Kakinada. The exercise will also work on establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for a combined coordination centre. This centre will streamline coordination between the task forces, making operations smoother during future exercises and emergencies.
Assets Deployed by India and the US
India will deploy a range of naval assets including INS Jalashwa, INS Gharial, INS Mumbai, and INS Shakti. These will be supported by their integral helicopters, landing crafts, and P-8I maritime patrol aircraft.
The Indian Army will send troops from the 91 Infantry Brigade and the 12 Mechanised Infantry Battalion. Meanwhile, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will participate with C-130J ‘Super Hercules’ aircraft, Mi-17 helicopters, and a rapid action medical team (RAMT).
The US will contribute the USS Comstock, an amphibious warship, and the USS Ralph Johnson, a guided-missile destroyer. US Marines will also be part of the exercise.
Joint Command and Medical Operations
A joint command and control centre will be established by the Indian Army and US Marines at the Kakinada naval enclave. Both sides will work together on various tasks, including medical operations. A joint medical camp will be set up, with the IAF RAMT and US Navy medical team providing aid to those in need.
Strengthening India-US Military Cooperation
Over the years, India-US military cooperation has grown significantly. The two countries regularly engage in complex and frequent military exercises, such as Vajra Prahar, Yudh Abhyas, and the Malabar naval wargames. These exercises also involve Australia and Japan, further enhancing their strategic partnership.
Key Takeaways:
- Tiger Triumph is a two-week military exercise focused on humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and crisis management between India and the US.
- Both Indian and US forces are actively involved, with a focus on joint command operations and medical aid.
- India-US military cooperation continues to grow, further solidifying their strategic partnership.
