Current Context : The Indian Army has conducted a strategic military exercise, ‘Parvat Prahaar’, in Ladakh, focusing on high-altitude warfare and operations.

• The ‘Parvat Prahaar’ (Mountain Strike) exercise emphasises mountainous and rugged terrains, such as those found in regions like Eastern Ladakh.
• It is crucial for maintaining the readiness and effectiveness of the Army in the region, which is close to the India-China border.

VARIOUS MULTINATIONAL EXERCISES :

• Exercise Desert Strike : Conducted in desert areas such as Rajasthan to enhance operational readiness in desert warfare.
• Exercise Sudarshan Shakti
• Exercise Trishul
• Exercise Gaganshakti : Between Indian Air Force and Indian Army units.