Air Force to conduct drill near Pak border in Rajasthan featuring Rafale, Sukhoi-30

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to conduct a large-scale military exercise in Rajasthan from July 23 to 25, along the India-Pakistan border. The exercise will span critical areas including Barmer and Jodhpur, according to official sources.

The drill is part of the Air Force's routine operational readiness training but gains prominence amid heightened alertness along the western front.

“The exercise is scheduled to take place in Rajasthan near the International Border, and is part of the Air Force's regular operational readiness drills. It could be between two or three commands of the Indian Air Force. We keep issuing NOTAM during such exercises to keep airspace cleared of any civilian aircraft,” said the official.

The exercise will include participation from key fighter squadrons, featuring frontline jets such as the Rafale, Mirage 2000, and Sukhoi-30. Alongside these, air defence systems and critical support infrastructure will also be deployed as part of the operations. The drill is also set to focus on enhancing night operation capabilities.

The upcoming exercise follows a period of increased activity in the region, particularly during Operation Sindoor, where Pakistan launched 413 drone attacks targeting districts like Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Sri Ganganagar. However, all aerial intrusions were successfully neutralised by India’s advanced air defence systems.

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