Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps enhances combat readiness with month-long T-90 tank exercise

The Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps, responsible for safeguarding Sikkim and the strategically vital Siliguri Corridor, successfully concluded a month-long live-firing exercise featuring T-90 tanks. The training was aimed at enhancing combat preparedness, refining armored warfare tactics, and integrating advanced technologies for modern battlefield challenges. The exercise placed a strong focus on high-altitude warfare capabilities, ensuring the Army's readiness to operate in diverse and challenging terrains.

The T-90 tank, one of the most advanced main battle tanks in the Indian Army’s arsenal, played a crucial role in the exercise. With its superior fire control systems, thermal imaging sights, and enhanced mobility, the T-90 demonstrated its effectiveness in both day and night combat operations. The tank’s ability to fire anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) with pinpoint accuracy was tested during the exercise, reinforcing its capability to engage enemy armor at extended ranges. The training also incorporated cutting-edge surveillance techniques, with drones being used for real-time battlefield monitoring and target acquisition.

During the exercise, the Army focused on improving crew coordination and operational efficiency through man-machine teaming drills. These drills emphasized seamless communication between tank crews and support units, ensuring swift decision-making in combat situations. Additionally, the training tested the mobility and firepower of armored units in high-altitude environments, where extreme weather conditions and rugged terrain pose significant operational challenges.

A notable aspect of the exercise was the emphasis on ‘Aatmanirbharta’ (self-reliance), with the integration of indigenously developed defense technologies. Locally manufactured ammunition and advanced surveillance systems were incorporated into the training, reinforcing the Army’s commitment to reducing dependency on foreign defense equipment. The move aligns with the government’s vision of strengthening India’s defense capabilities through indigenous innovations.

Speaking on the successful completion of the exercise, a senior Army official highlighted the importance of such training in modern warfare. "This exercise was designed to test and refine our armored warfare capabilities in challenging terrains. The integration of T-90 tanks with aerial assets and advanced surveillance technology has significantly enhanced our combat preparedness. Our troops have demonstrated exceptional proficiency, ensuring that the Indian Army remains ready to respond effectively to any operational contingency. Furthermore, this exercise reinforces our commitment to ‘Aatmanirbharta’ by increasingly incorporating indigenous defense systems, strengthening our self-reliance in military preparedness," the official stated.

This exercise comes close on the heels of Exercise Devil Strike, which focused on airborne and special forces operations to enhance rapid deployment and precision-strike capabilities in hostile environments.