JAISALMER: Building on the success of Exercise Akhand Prahar-I, the Indian Army’s Black Mace Brigade and Battle Axe Division conducted Exercise Akhand Prahar-II in the desert sector, demonstrating enhanced combat readiness through technology-enabled combined arms operations.The exercise focused on strengthening operational effectiveness by integrating New Generation Equipment (NGEs) and Force Multipliers (FMs). It also tested the formations’ preparedness to meet the evolving challenges of modern warfare, highlighting the Army’s emphasis on technological advancement, operational coordination and battlefield adaptability.During the exercise, the formations tested integrated battle drills in a multi-domain operational environment, demonstrating coordination among combat elements and the effective use of advanced technologies. The drills showcased their ability to combine different operational capabilities, execute tasks with precision and improve combat effectiveness across multiple domains.The exercise highlighted the growing importance of technology-driven warfare, where real-time coordination, situational awareness, quick decision-making and the integration of diverse combat capabilities play a crucial role in achieving operational superiority.Lt Gen AVS Rathee, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Konark Corps, praised the participating formations for their technological capabilities, operational excellence and combat readiness. He commended their ability to integrate modern equipment and force multipliers into operational drills, emphasising the importance of innovation and coordinated action in modern warfare.Exercise Akhand Prahar-II marks another step in the Indian Army’s efforts to modernise its operational approach by combining conventional combat strength with emerging technologies. By testing integrated battle procedures in a multi-domain environment, the exercise reinforced the formations’ preparedness to respond to evolving battlefield challenges with greater precision, agility and effectiveness.The exercise reflects the Army’s broader commitment to modernisation, operational coordination and developing capabilities to meet future battlefield requirements. Through sustained training, technological integration and realistic exercises, the formations continue to strengthen their readiness to address emerging security challenges and maintain an operational edge in the desert sector.
