Indian Army Conducts ‘Teesta Prahar’ Integrated Field Exercise in North Bengal

IN NEWS – Indian Army Conducts ‘Teesta Prahar’ Integrated Field Exercise in North Bengal

The Indian Army conducted ‘Teesta Prahar’, an integrated field exercise, on 8th and 9th May 2025 at the Teesta Field Firing Range in North Bengal.
The exercise demonstrated the Army’s high level of operational readiness and its ability to conduct joint and integrated operations across multiple arms and services.

To test combat preparedness and jointness among various arms of the Indian Army.
To validate the deployment of next-generation weapon systems, newly inducted platforms, and advanced battlefield technologies.
To ensure the seamless coordination and synergy required for modern multi-domain warfare, especially in challenging terrain and climatic conditions like those of North Bengal.

Included participation from multiple arms:
- Infantry, Artillery, Armoured Corps, Mechanised Infantry, Para Special Forces, Army Aviation, Engineers, and Signals.
Focus areas included:
- Jointness and synergy among combat and support arms.
- Tactical drills and battle rehearsals to simulate real-time combat situations.
- Adaptive maneuvers for effective response to dynamic battlefield conditions.
The exercise validated the integration of advanced battlefield technologies, enhancing situational awareness, mobility, and decision-making capabilities.

The region of North Bengal holds strategic importance due to its proximity to the Siliguri Corridor (Chicken’s Neck) — a vital link connecting mainland India with the northeastern states.
Such exercises strengthen the Indian Army’s operational posture in the eastern sector and reinforce readiness for multi-front challenges.
The emphasis on integration of technology, interoperability, and rapid response aligns with the Indian Army’s broader modernization goals.

Integrated Field Exercise:
- A large-scale military drill involving coordination among different arms (Infantry, Artillery, Armour, etc.) to validate combat effectiveness and command control systems.
Teesta Field Firing Range (North Bengal):
- A key training area under the Eastern Command of the Indian Army, used for live firing, tactical exercises, and inter-arm coordination drills.
Para Special Forces (SF):
- Elite units trained for special operations, including direct action, counter-terrorism, reconnaissance, and unconventional warfare.
Jointness in the Armed Forces:
- Refers to the integration and coordinated functioning of different branches of the military to achieve common operational objectives — a key aim under India’s Theaterisation and Integrated Battle Group (IBG) reforms.

Updated – 15 May 2025 ; 6:37 PM | PIB