Exercise Dharma Guardian and Vajra Prahar
Why in the news
India started two joint military drills, one with Japan and one with the US, to deepen defence ties and operational readiness.
Exercise comparison
| Point | Dharma Guardian | Vajra Prahar |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Japan (JGSDF) | United States (Special Forces, Green Berets) |
| Type | Annual bilateral Army exercise | Joint Special Forces exercise |
| Venue | Foreign Training Node, Chaubattia, Uttarakhand | Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh |
Key facts
- Dharma Guardian: Indian Army with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.
- Vajra Prahar: India with US Special Forces.
- Both aim at interoperability and readiness.
About joint exercises
- Training by armed forces of two or more nations.
- Improves interoperability, coordination, readiness and combat capability.
- Shares best practices and tactics through realistic simulations.
- Strengthens strategic defence partnerships.
Exam angle
- Match exercise with partner: Dharma Guardian – Japan; Vajra Prahar – US.
- Venues: Chaubattia (Uttarakhand), Bakloh (Himachal Pradesh).