New Delhi, Feb. 22 -- The Indian Army contingent departed on Saturday to participate in the 6th edition of India- Japan joint military exercise Dharma Guardian.
The exercise is scheduled to be conducted in the East Fuji Manoeuvre Training area of Japan from February 24 to March 9, a Defence Ministry statement said.
Exercise Dharma Guardian is an annual event conducted alternatively in India and Japan. The last edition 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 other arms and services.
The Japan Ground Self Defence Force (JGSDF) contingent, also comprising similar strength, will be r...