Yudh Abhyas 2025: 21st India-US Military Exercise Ends in Alaska
Why in the news
The 21st edition of the India-US exercise Yudh Abhyas wrapped up on 14 September 2025 after two weeks of intensive work. It underlined growing defence ties even while the two countries faced trade friction.
Key facts
- Edition: 21st, an annual bilateral drill.
- Venue (2025): Fort Wainwright and Yukon Training Area, Alaska, USA.
- Dates: 1-14 September 2025.
Background
- First conducted in 2002, initially around platoon-level peacekeeping operations.
- Now counted among the largest and most advanced bilateral exercises India holds.
- Hosting alternates between India and the US.
Exam angle
- Exercise partners: India and the United States.
- Year of inception: 2002; 2025 host: the US (Alaska).
- Nature of exercise: joint army exercise on defence cooperation.