Yudh Abhyas 2026: M777 howitzers roar as Indian, US forces showcase firepower in Rajasthan - The Times of India

Yudh Abhyas 2026: M777 howitzers roar as Indian, US forces showcase firepower in Rajasthan

During Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, Indian and US Army personnel showcased the impressive capabilities of the M777 howitzer. Gun crews highlighted its firepower and coordinated operations, while US troops shared valuable insights with Indian battery teams. This live demonstration, paired with a comprehensive lecture on tactical deployment, aims to boost interoperability and enhance military readiness in challenging mountainous environments.

Indian and US Army personnel conducted a live firing demonstration involving the M777 Ultra Light Howitzer at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan as part of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, showcasing artillery capabilities and operational coordination between the two forces.According to the official update by the Indian Army, Indian gun crews demonstrated the M777's firing capabilities, while the visiting US contingent later interacted with Ultra Light Howitzer battery personnel at the gun positions to exchange operational knowledge and battlefield best practices.The live firing demonstration followed a lecture-cum-demonstration on the deployment of the M777 conducted at the Mahajan Field Firing Range on Wednesday. The session covered technical and tactical aspects of the artillery system, including the duties of key appointments, gun deployment, local defence coordination, movement to alternate positions during counter-bombardment and shoot-and-scoot drills, ANI reported.Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 is the 22nd edition of the India US joint military exercise, which began on September 15 and is being conducted over two weeks at the Auli Foreign Training Node in Uttarakhand and the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan.

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