Archive · 12 Nov 2025
India Conducts Large-Scale Air Exercises Amid Tensions
India's air force is practicing flying many planes for several days.
These practice flights are happening in different parts of India, like the middle and the north, and also near countries like China and Pakistan.
The goal is to make sure the pilots and planes are ready for any real trouble.
India is doing this because it's a bit worried about what Pakistan and China are doing militarily.
The exercises involve different kinds of fighter jets and are meant to show India is strong and ready to protect its borders.
It's like a big drill to get everyone working together smoothly.
India has issued new notices for air exercises across central and northern India.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will conduct drills from November 6 to 20, with further exercises in December and January.
These exercises aim to test operational capabilities, strengthen national defence, and enhance response to security threats.
Aircraft like Rafale, Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Mirage-2000, and Tejas will participate in combat training and multi-aircraft sorties.
The drills occur amid heightened regional tensions, particularly with Pakistan's alleged cross-border activities.
- Who
- Indian Air Force (IAF)
- What
- Large-scale air exercises including combat training, multi-aircraft sorties, and logistical operations
- When
- Various dates from November 6, 2023, to January 15, 2024
- Where
- Central India, Northern Sector, and northeastern region
- Why
- To test operational capabilities, strengthen national defence, enhance preparedness against security threats, and assert military strength amidst heightened regional tensions with Pakistan and China.
- Exercising Body
- Indian Air Force (IAF)
- Exercise Dates
- November 6-20, December 4 & 18, January 1 & 15
- Regions of Operation
- Central India, Northern Sector, Northeastern Region
- Aircraft Involved
- Rafale, Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Mirage-2000, Tejas fighter jets
- Purpose
- Test operational capabilities, strengthen national defence, enhance preparedness and response capabilities, deter aggression