The 13th edition of the Joint Military Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024), a bilateral military drill between the Indian Army and Singapore Armed Forces, successfully concluded on 30th November 2024. The exercise took place at the Field Firing Ranges in Devlali, Maharashtra, and lasted for three days, from 28th to 30th November 2024.
Participation and Contingents
The exercise witnessed active participation from both sides:
- Singapore Armed Forces: 182 personnel from the Singapore Artillery
- Indian Army: 114 personnel from the Regiment of Artillery
Objective of the Exercise
The primary aim of XAW-2024 was to enhance mutual understanding between the two armies and improve their coordination in drills and procedures. The goal was to achieve greater jointness as a multinational force under the framework of the United Nations Charter. The exercise also focused on joint firepower planning, execution, and the integration of New Generation Equipment by the Artillery units of both armies.
Dignitaries and Appreciation
The exercise was witnessed by key dignitaries:
- Lieutenant General Adosh Kumar, Director General of Artillery
- Lieutenant General NS Sarna, Commandant, School of Artillery
- Colonel Ong Chiou Perng, Chief Artillery Officer, Singapore Armed Forces
These dignitaries lauded the participating troops for their professional acumen and expertise, noting the high level of competence displayed during the exercise.
Key Features of the Exercise
The exercise involved:
- Extensive joint preparation and coordination between the Indian and Singapore Artillery units.
- Understanding each other’s capabilities and procedures.
- Evolution of a common interface to align the artillery procedures of both armies.
- The use of niche technologies and exchange of best practices as part of the joint training.
The exercise marked a significant milestone in training for the Singapore Armed Forces, exposing them to the complexities of firepower planning and enhancing their operational efficiency.
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
- What was the location of the 13th edition of the Joint Military Exercise AGNI WARRIOR (XAW-2024)?
- A) Delhi
- B) Devlali, Maharashtra
- C) Singapore
- D) Jammu
- How many personnel participated from the Singapore Armed Forces in the XAW-2024 exercise?
- A) 114 personnel
- B) 182 personnel
- C) 300 personnel
- D) 150 personnel
- What was the main goal of the XAW-2024 exercise?
- A) To enhance joint firepower and mutual understanding of procedures
- B) To showcase individual army capabilities
- C) To focus solely on artillery techniques
- D) To evaluate military leadership
- Who was one of the key dignitaries that witnessed the exercise?
- A) General Bipin Rawat
- B) Lieutenant General NS Sarna
- C) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- D) General Qamar Javed Bajwa
- What technology was highlighted during the exercise?
- A) Stealth technology
- B) Niche technologies
- C) Drone surveillance systems
- D) Cyber warfare technologies
- What was a significant outcome of the XAW-2024 exercise?
- A) The creation of new artillery weapons
- B) Exposure to firepower planning complexities
- C) A peace treaty between India and Singapore
- D) The introduction of a new army policy