Indo-French Military Exercise Shakti 2025

On 1st July 2025, the eighth edition of the Indo-French joint military exercise 'Shakti' concluded in France after two weeks of rigorous training, marking a significant milestone in bilateral defence cooperation.

The exercise took place from 18-June to 1^stJuly and was hosted by the 13th French Foreign Legion Demi-Brigade (13 DBLE), involving over 500 personnel from various branches of the French armed forces.
India was represented by a 90-member contingent comprising a battalion from the Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and personnel from other supporting arms and services.
The training involved approximately 50 armoured and tactical vehicles as well as fighter aircraft from both countries, enhancing combined operational capabilities.