The 3rd edition of Indo-Uzbekistan Joint Field Training Exercise “ EX DUSTLIK” concluded at Yangiarik, Uzbekistan on 29 March 2022. The joint exercise provided an opportunity for both the contingents to train in Counter-Terrorism operations in a semi-urban environment. The last two days of the exercise were dedicated to a validation exercise where both contingents jointly conducted simulated operations over extremist groups under a United Nations Mandate.
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India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise #DUSTLIK culminated after an intense validation exercise. The joint exercise has strengthened mutual confidence, interoperability and enabled sharing of best practices between the two Armies.#IndiaUzbekistanFriendship pic.twitter.com/zGPqML8gxC— ADG PI – INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) March 29, 2022
The conduct of this exercise, which covered a vast spectrum from cross-training & combat conditioning in field conditions, to sports and cultural exchanges has been a grand success. “Exercise DUSTLIK” will enhance the level of defence cooperation between both Armies and will act as a catalyst for many such joint programs in the future to further consolidate the traditional bond of friendship between India and Uzbekistan.
