Explanation:

• The second edition of bilateral tri-service Exercise INDRA – 2019 between India and Russia is started on 11 December 2019 at Babina, Uttar Pradesh.
• The exercise will be simultaneously conducted at Babina (near Jhansi), Goa and Pune. Company sized mechanised contingents, fighter and transport aircraft and ships of respective services of both the countries are taking part in the exercise.
• The aim of exercise is joint training of troops in counter terrorism operations under the United Nations mandate.
• As part of the exercise, important lectures, demonstrations and drills related to counter terrorism operations will be conducted. Both the countries will also share their valuable experience in countering such situations and refine drills and procedures for joint operations.