Archive · 26 Jan 2026
Indian Army's Bhairav Battalion to Deploy
The Indian Army has a new special unit called the Bhairav Battalion.
They will be part of the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata and then move to the Eastern Command.
This new unit is very important because it helps the Army respond quickly to threats and use drones for surveillance and attacks.
The Bhairav Battalion is trained for night operations, fighting in different terrains, and using advanced technology.
The Army plans to create more of these battalions to be better prepared for future conflicts.
Meanwhile, a video of an Indian Army soldier sleeping in the snow has gone viral, showing the tough conditions soldiers face to protect the country.
The Bhairav Battalion, formed in August 2025, will participate in the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata before its formal induction into the Eastern Command.
The battalion is designed for rapid response, surveillance, and offensive capabilities, integrating conventional infantry with advanced drone warfare.
It serves as a bridge between regular infantry units and elite Special Forces, enhancing the Army's combat readiness in high-intensity scenarios.
The Indian Army has trained over one lakh personnel in drone operations, focusing on surveillance and precision strikes.
Plans are underway to expand the number of Bhairav Battalions from the current 15 to 25 in the coming years.
- Who
- Indian Army's Bhairav Battalion
- What
- Deployment to Eastern Command after Republic Day Parade in Kolkata
- When
- January 26, 2026 (after Republic Day celebrations)
- Where
- Eastern Command, India
- Why
- To strengthen operational readiness and enhance combat capability in the region
- Battalion Name
- Bhairav Battalion
- Deployment Location
- Eastern Command
- Formation Date
- August 2025
- Personnel Strength
- 200-250
- Specialization
- Drone-centric operations, rapid response, surveillance, offensive capability
- Current Battalions
- 15
- Planned Expansion
- 25 battalions in coming years
