India, Feb. 11 -- The 3rd edition of Joint Special Forces Exercise Cyclone commenced at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan on Monday, officials said on Tuesday.

The exercise is being conducted from February 10 to February 23.

Exercise Cyclone is an annual event conducted alternatively in India and Egypt.

Last edition of the same exercise was conducted in Egypt in January 2024.

The Indian contingent comprising 25 personnel will be represented by troops from two Special Forces Battalions.

Egypt contingent also comprising 25 personnel will be represented by Special Forces Group and Task Force of Egyptian Special Forces.

The aim of Exercise Cyclone is to promote military-to-military relationship between the two countries through e...