India, Feb. 22 -- The Indian Army contingent departed for the 6th edition of India- Japan Joint Military Exercise Dharma Guardian on Saturday.

The exercise is scheduled to be conducted in East Fuji Manoeuvre Training area of Japan from February 24 to March 9, read a statement issued by the Indian government.

The exercise is an annual event conducted alternatively in India and Japan.

The last edition of the same exercise was conducted in Rajasthan in February- March 2024.

The Indian contingent comprising 120 personnel will be represented mainly by troops from a battalion of the Madras Regiment along with troops from others arms and services.

The Japan Ground Self Defence Force (JGSDF) contingent, also comprising similar strength, will...