The 19th edition of YUDH ABHYAS will be conducted in Alaska, USA from Monday. The Defence Ministry said, it is an annual exercise conducted jointly by the Indian Army and the US Army. The Indian Army contingent comprising 350 personnel will participate in this edition of the exercise. The lead battalion from Indian side is affiliated to MARATHA Light Infantry Regiment.
 
The Ministry said, both sides will practice a series of tactical drills to enhance interoperability in conducting UN peacekeeping operations. The exercise will also involve exchange of views and best practices in drills on a wide spectrum of combat skills, including combat engineering, obstruction clearance, mine and Improvised Explosive Devices warfare.