Harimau Shakti 2024: India-Malaysia Military Drill Begins

The 4th edition of the India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise, HARIMAU SHAKTI, commenced on December 2, 2024, at Bentong Camp, Pahang district, Malaysia. This exercise, scheduled to run until December 15, 2024, is an annual event designed to enhance the military cooperation between the two nations. The exercise will focus on improving the ability of both forces to undertake joint counterinsurgency operations in jungle terrain, aligned with the United Nations Chapter VII Mandate.

Participants

  • Indian Contingent: 78 personnel from the MAHAR Regiment Battalion.
  • Malaysian Contingent: 123 personnel from The Royal Malaysian Regiment.
  • Location: Bentong Camp, Pahang district, Malaysia.
  • Duration: December 2 to December 15, 2024.

Objective

  • To improve joint military capabilities in conducting counterinsurgency operations in jungle terrain.
  • To enhance defense cooperation between India and Malaysia, thereby fostering stronger bilateral relations.

Exercise Phases

Phase 1

  • Focus on cross-training between both armies.
  • Includes lectures, demonstrations, and jungle drills.

Phase 2

  • Active participation of both armies in a simulated exercise.
  • Execution of various drills such as Anti-MT Ambush, Occupation of Harbour, Recce Patrol, Ambush, and Attack on areas controlled by terrorists.

Focus Areas

  • Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs): Sharing best practices for joint operations.
  • Jungle Warfare: Emphasis on operations in challenging jungle terrains.
  • Interoperability: Developing the ability to operate seamlessly together.
  • Camaraderie: Building better communication and coordination between both forces.

Historical Context

  • This is the 4th edition of the joint exercise, with the previous edition conducted in November 2023 at Umroi Cantonment, Meghalaya, India.

Strategic Importance

  • The exercise strengthens defense ties and enhances collaboration on counterinsurgency techniques.
  • It also improves the bilateral military relations between India and Malaysia.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? The 4th edition of the India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise, HARIMAU SHAKTI
Dates December 2-15, 2024
Location Bentong Camp, Pahang district, Malaysia
Indian Contingent 78 personnel from MAHAR Regiment Battalion
Malaysian Contingent 123 personnel from The Royal Malaysian Regiment
Exercise Objective Enhance joint military capability for counterinsurgency in jungle terrain
Phase 1 Cross-training, lectures, demonstrations, jungle drills
Phase 2 Simulated exercises: Anti-MT Ambush, Occupation of Harbour, Recce Patrol, Ambush, Attack on terrorist-controlled areas
Focus Areas TTPs, Jungle Warfare, Interoperability, Camaraderie
Strategic Importance Strengthens defense cooperation and bilateral relations
Previous Edition November 2023, Umroi Cantonment, Meghalaya, India
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