- Massive Western Sector drill integrates Army, Navy, Coast Guard in joint air–land–maritime missions under ‘Atmanirbharta in Action’
NE DEFENCE BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, NOV 11
In a major demonstration of India’s growing defence preparedness and joint operational capability, the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted Exercise MahaGujRaj-25 (MGR-25) from October 28 to November 11, 2025, in the Western Sector.
Designed to validate the IAF’s ability to execute multi-domain missions across the full spectrum of warfare, the exercise included complex air campaigns, maritime operations, and air–land missions, reflecting the force’s precision and adaptability in real-time combat environments.
Running concurrently with the Tri-Services Exercise (TSE-25), MGR-25 saw active participation from the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Coast Guard, and other defence agencies, underscoring India’s commitment to jointness, innovation, and Atmanirbharta (self-reliance).
Key highlights of the exercise included:
- Real-time joint operations with the Army and Navy
- Execution of fighter missions from civil airfields
- Comprehensive validation of operational, administrative, and maintenance readiness to sustain large-scale, integrated operations
Together, MGR-25 and TSE-25 exemplify Tri-Service synergy, multi-domain coordination, and the nation’s indomitable defence spirit, reaffirming the Indian Armed Forces’ readiness to protect national interests across all fronts.
Indian Air Force — Infallible. Impervious. Precise.
