Tarang Shakti: India’s Rising Military Profile On Show As Major Powers Join IAF’s 1st Multilateral Wargame

In an era characterised by rapid geopolitical shifts, it has become increasingly important to maintain regular engagement with major global powers, as it will enhance military collaboration. 

The first phase of Tarang Shakti took place at the Sulur air base in Coimbatore from August 6 to August 14, while the second phase is currently underway at Jodhpur air base.

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India has joined a select league of major powers that conduct largescale multinational air exercises. While the Indian Navy has long facilitated multilateral naval drills such as Milan and Malabar, the Indian Air Force’s (IAF’s) recent initiative to organise large-scale multilateral exercises highlights the nation’s rising military profile. The inaugural multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti, featuring 10 participating countries and 18 observers, has drawn the world’s