India and Egypt Launch Joint Special Forces Exercise CYCLONE-III
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | India and Egypt commenced the 3rd edition of the Joint Special Forces Exercise CYCLONE-III at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan, from February 10 to 23, 2025. The previous edition was held in Egypt in January 2024. |
| Location | Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan, India |
| Exercise Name | CYCLONE-III |
| Participants | India and Egypt |
| Indian Contingent | Troops from two Special Forces Battalions |
| Egyptian Contingent | Special Forces Group and Task Force of Egyptian Special Forces |
| Main Focus Areas | Physical endurance, joint planning, tactical drills, counter-terrorism operations |
| Duration | February 10-23, 2025 |
| Previous Edition | Held in Egypt, January 2024 |
| First Edition | Held in India |
| State (Rajasthan) - CM | Bhajan Lal Sharma |
| State (Rajasthan) - Governor | Haribhau Bagade |