SUDARSHAN SHAKTI EXERCISE

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Context

• The Sapta Shakti Command of the Indian Army conducted exercise ‘Sudarshan Shakti 2023’ along the western borders in Rajasthan and Punjab.

About the exercise

Aim of the exercise

• The primary objective of Sudarshan Shakti Exercise 2023 was to initiate the transformation of the Indian Army by embracing new technologies and adopting innovative strategies.
• The exercise was designed to validate operational plans in a network-centric environment with elements of combat power, combat support and logistic support.

Features

• Integrated use of force multipliers like special forces and deployment of niche technologies covering drones, loiter ammunition as well as key aspects of electronic warfare, made it a unique event.
• The exercise simulated various scenarios, encompassing all domains of enemy threat, including Grey Zone Warfare.
• The exercise highlighted the integrated use of force multipliers and specialized capabilities.
• It also emphasized key aspects of electronic warfare.
• Sudarshan Shakti 2023 contributed to the five pillars of transformation outlined by Chief of Amry Staff General Pande:

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