(THE GIST OF PIB) Exercise Prachand Shakti

(JULY-2025)

In a major step towards battlefield modernisation, the Ram Division of the India Army conducted a high-impact demonstration titled 'Prachand Shakti' .

It was conducted by the Indian Army at the Kharga Corps Field Training Area, in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut.
The exercise focused on the employment of disruptive technologies by infantry units in Strike Corps operations, showcasing the Army's technological transformation in real-time combat scenarios.
The core objective of the event was to demonstrate how such disruptive technologies can significantly enhance the agility, lethality, and survivability of infantry formations engaged in deep offensive missions conducted by Strike Corps.
This event highlighted the changing dynamics of warfare, where Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), AI-enabled systems, loitering munitions, and autonomous platforms are playing a pivotal role in redefining operational capabilities.
This demonstration was part of the Indian Army's broader initiative under the 'Year of Tech Absorption', aimed at integrating indigenous and advanced technological solutions from civilian innovators into military operations.