February 10, 2025
The joint military exercise ‘Cyclone 2025’ between India and Egypt commenced on February 10, 2025, at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. This marks the third iteration of the ‘Cyclone’ series, aiming to bolster defense cooperation and enhance interoperability between the two nations’ special forces.
Duration and Focus: The 14-day exercise emphasizes counter-terrorism operations, reconnaissance, raids, and specialized missions. It aims to improve combat capabilities through advanced military techniques such as sniping, combat free fall, surveillance, and target designation, all within desert warfare scenarios.
| Exercise Name | Participating Countries | Type of Exercise | Frequency | Purpose |
| Yudh Abhyas | India, USA | Joint military exercise | Annually | Focus on counter-terrorism and enhancing interoperability |
| Maitree | India, Thailand | Joint military exercise | Biennially | Strengthen defense cooperation and joint operations |
| Shakti | India, France | Joint counter-terrorism exercise | Annually | Enhance counter-terrorism cooperation |
| Indra | India, Russia | Joint military exercise | Annually | Promote interoperability and strengthen bilateral defense relations |
| Vajra Prahar | India, USA | Special Forces joint training exercise | Annually | Enhance special forces cooperation and training |
| Garuda Shakti | India, Indonesia | Joint military exercise | Biennially | Focus on enhancing military relations and anti-terrorism |
| Surya Kiran | India, Nepal | Joint military exercise | Annually | Promote defense cooperation and improve interoperability |
| RIMPAC | India, USA, and multiple countries | Maritime military exercise | Biennially | Enhance naval cooperation and security in the Indo-Pacific |
| AUSINDEX | India, Australia | Maritime military exercise | Biennially | Strengthen maritime security cooperation and interoperability |
| Simbex | India, Singapore | Maritime exercise | Annually | Enhance maritime cooperation and interoperability |
| Cobra Gold | India, USA, Thailand, and other nations | Multi-national exercise | Annually | Focus on peacekeeping operations and humanitarian assistance |
| BIMSTEC | India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Nepal | Multi-national military exercise | Biennially | Foster regional security cooperation among BIMSTEC members |
Participants:
Indian Army: Personnel from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), renowned for rapid deployment and specialized missions.
Egyptian Army: The Egyptian Commando Squadron and the Egyptian Airborne Platoon, both experienced in desert warfare and counter-terrorism operations.
Significance:
This exercise underscores the growing military collaboration between India and Egypt, reflecting a shared commitment to regional security and the enhancement of defense capabilities. By conducting joint drills, both countries aim to strengthen their operational readiness and address common security challenges more effectively.
B-36, Sector-C Aliganj – Near Aliganj Post Office Lucknow – 226024 (U.P.) India
+91 8858209990, +91 9415011892
lucknowvaidsics@gmail.com / drpmtripathi.lucknow@gmail.com
About Us
VAIDS ICS Lucknow, a leading Consultancy for Civil Services & Judicial Services, was started in 1988 to provide expert guidance, consultancy, and counseling to aspirants for a career in Civil Services & Judicial Services.
The Civil Services (including the PCS) and the PCS (J) attract some of the best talented young persons in our country. The sheer diversity of work and it’s nature, the opportunity to serve the country and be directly involved in nation-building, makes the bureaucracy the envy of both-the serious and the adventurous. Its multi-tiered (Prelims, Mains & Interview) examination is one of the most stringent selection procedures. VAID’S ICS Lucknow, from its inception, has concentrated on the requirements of the civil services aspirants. The Institute expects, and helps in single-minded dedication and preparation.
© 2023, VAID ICS. All rights reserved. Designed by SoftFixer.com
