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Tarang Shakti 2026: IAF’s Multinational Air Exercise

29 September 20261 min read
DEFENCE & SECURITYTarang Shakti2026: IAF’sMultinational AirExercise29 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Indian Air Force kicked off the second edition of its multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti.

Key facts

  • Host: Indian Air Force, Jodhpur.
  • Edition: 2nd.
  • Dates: 26 September to 12 October 2026.
  • Countries: 40 in all; 8 with air assets, 32 observers.

Countries with air assets

The USA, UAE, Sri Lanka, Greece, Germany, France, Bangladesh and Australia.

Training areas

Drills span air defence, reconnaissance, airlift, mid-air refuelling, beyond and within visual range combat, dynamic targeting and Combat Search and Rescue.

Exam angle

  • Venue: Jodhpur.
  • Edition: second.
  • 40 countries = 8 participants + 32 observers.

Test yourself

1. Where is the 2nd edition of Tarang Shakti 2026 being held?

The IAF is hosting it at Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

2. How many of the 40 countries in Tarang Shakti 2026 are observers?

Eight countries send air assets and 32 observe.

3. Which of these countries is participating with air assets in Tarang Shakti 2026?

Greece is among the eight countries with air assets.

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