India’s desert skies are thundering with fighter jet maneuvers as the air force launches a high-stakes drill just steps from its western frontier. For three days, sleek warplanes carve through the sky, testing combat skills under the cover of night and fine-tuning strike precision across challenging terrain.
The operation features cutting-edge aircraft and advanced defence systems in a sweeping show of strength designed to sharpen operational readiness. While officials stress its tactical focus, the timing and location raise eyebrows unfolding close to a historically sensitive border and following recent clashes that rattled regional calm.
Civilian air traffic is grounded in the region for the duration, as authorities enforce strict flight restrictions. Observers note that such drills often serve dual purposes: training and signaling. And in an area where old rivalries still simmer, every maneuver sends a message.
The exercise highlights the country’s evolving military strategy and enduring reliance on imported aircraft, while renewing scrutiny from global powers wary of shifting balances in South Asia.
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