The Indian Army’s Spear Corps and the Indian Air Force have concluded “Exercise Piercing Arrow,” a month-long high-intensity joint training operation in Arunachal Pradesh. This exercise aimed to enhance interoperability, mission readiness, and rapid response capabilities in a region regarded as strategically sensitive.
Conducted in challenging high-altitude terrain near the Line of Actual Control with China, the exercise involved coordinated air-land maneuvers, logistics drills, and the deployment of essential force multipliers. Troops engaged in rapid mobilization, precision strikes, and logistical coordination in forward areas, simulating diverse real-world combat scenarios.
Officials highlighted the training’s purpose: to ensure readiness for any contingency in the complex operational environment of Arunachal Pradesh. This region has been historically significant, marked by fierce engagements during the 1962 Sino-Indian War, particularly in areas like Walong.
In tandem with the military exercises, the Indian government is advancing infrastructure development in the northeast. Recent enhancements to advanced landing grounds, including upgrades to the Tawang Air Force Station, allow for the operation of heavier and more advanced aircraft, thereby improving both defensive capabilities and civilian connectivity.
The successful conclusion of Exercise Piercing Arrow underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its deterrence capabilities and maintaining a robust defensive posture along its eastern front. Defense officials indicated that further integrated exercises are planned as part of a broader strategy for border security.
