Missamari, Feb. 5 -- The 13th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR has commenced in Missamari, Assam. Exercise KHANJAR is an annual training event conducted alternatively between India and Kyrgyzstan, the release said.

According to the PRO Defence of Guwahati, the last edition of the exercise was conducted in Kyrgyzstan in March 2025.

The Indian Army contingent, comprising 20 personnel, is represented by troops from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), and the Kyrgyzstan contingent, also comprising equal strength, is represented by ILBRIS Special Forces Brigade.

The exercise, scheduled from February 4 to 17, aims to exchange best practices and experiences in Counter Terrorism and Special Forces Oper...