India–US Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’ Begins in Himachal Pradesh:
The 16th edition of the India–US Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘Vajra Prahar’ is set to be conducted at the Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, in Himachal Pradesh from 24 February to 16 March 2026.The exercise will witness participation from the Indian Army and the United States Army, strengthening defence ties between the two nations.The Indian Army contingent comprises 45 personnel from Special Forces units.The United States will be represented by 12 personnel from the Green Berets.The previous edition of the exercise was held in November 2024 at the Orchard Combat Training Centre in Idaho, USA.


