Kathmandu: The 19th edition of the India-Nepal Joint Military Exercise Surya Kiran concluded on December 8, 2025, at Pithoragarh, following two weeks of joint training in mountainous terrain.
The exercise started on November 25. According to both armies, the exercise will enhance coordination and interoperability between the Nepali and Indian armies in counter-terrorism operations, jungle warfare, and disaster management, reflecting the close friendship between the two nations and the shared commitment to regional peace and security.
The closing ceremony of the exercise was attended by Lieutenant General Manish Luthra of the Indian Army and Major General Anup Jung Thapa of the Nepali Army.
The Nepali Army has been participating in bilateral and multilateral exercises and professional competitions with the armies of friendly countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, China, Pakistan, and India, with the aim of enhancing capacity in various fields.
The Nepal Army believes that such joint military exercises will further deepen friendly mutual relations between friendly countries, as well as develop professional skills and enhance mutual understanding, says the Nepali Army.
