Indian Army to Host First International Military Adventure Challenge Cup (IMACC) 2026
The Indian Army will host the first-ever International Military Adventure Challenge Cup (IMACC) 2026 from 18 to 23 February 2026 in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. The event aims to strengthen military cooperation and test soldiers’ endurance and operational capabilities in demanding terrain.
According to the Ministry of Defence, IMACC 2026 will bring together military teams from India and friendly foreign nations for a week-long series of adventure and endurance-based competitions.
Teams from seven friendly foreign countries will participate:
Indian participants include teams from:
The competition is designed to test:
Events will be conducted in challenging mountain terrain, simulating real operational conditions faced by armed forces.
International military sports events promote trust, cooperation, and camaraderie among armed forces under the banner of the International Military Sports Council (CISM), guided by the motto “Friendship through Sport.”
India has actively participated in CISM activities and previously hosted the 4th CISM Military World Games in 2007.
IMACC 2026 marks a significant step in combining military readiness with international sporting collaboration.
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