The Indian Army contingent has arrived in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, for the Multinational Military Exercise Khaan Quest, set to take place from June 14 to June 28, 2025. This international exercise, which originally began as a bilateral event between the United States and Mongolian Armed Forces in 2003, expanded in 2006 into a full-scale multinational peacekeeping exercise, making this its 22nd iteration.
The Indian Army contingent consists of 40 personnel, primarily from a Battalion of the Kumaon Regiment, with contributions from other arms and services. Additionally, one woman officer and two women soldiers are part of the team. The exercise aims to prepare Indian forces for peacekeeping missions, emphasizing multinational cooperation, interoperability, and tactical readiness under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter.
Throughout the exercise, participating forces will conduct high-intensity joint training, including static and mobile checkpoint operations, cordon and search procedures, civilian evacuation from hostile zones, counter-improvised explosive device (IED) drills, combat first aid, and casualty evacuation protocols. These drills enhance operational preparedness and ensure seamless coordination in peace support operations.
Beyond tactical exercises, Khaan Quest fosters collaboration, camaraderie, and best practice sharing among military personnel from various nations. The engagement provides opportunities for soldiers to refine their expertise in joint planning and execution of complex missions, further strengthening their ability to operate in diverse environments.
As the Indian Army continues to participate in key multinational military exercises, Khaan Quest serves as a platform for reinforcing India’s commitment to global peacekeeping efforts while deepening defense cooperation with allied nations.
