Indian Defence Secretary, Rajesh Kumar Singh, along with Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, Director General Operational Logistics and Strategic Movement, attended the closing ceremony of the 17th edition of the India-Mongolia Joint Military Exercise Nomadic Elephant in Ulaanbaatar city on Friday.

Indian Army Contingent

The Indian Army contingent, comprising 45 personnel predominantly from a battalion of the Arunachal Scouts, actively participated in the two-week-long exercise.

Focus Of The Joint Training

The focus of the joint training was to enhance interoperability between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Armed Forces while operating as a combined task force in semi-conventional scenarios in semi-urban and mountainous terrain under United Nations mandate.

Defence Secretary Appreciates Professionalism

Speaking at the Closing Ceremony, the Defence Secretary commended the professionalism, dedication and conduct of the Indian soldiers during Exercise Nomadic Elephant.

He said that this exercise is a testament to the enduring bond of friendship, mutual trust and shared cultural linkages between India and Mongolia.

It served as a platform for meaningful military cooperation and demonstrate India’s unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability.

He further added that the Indian Army’s contribution to such joint initiatives not only enhances operational readiness but also reinforces India's role as a responsible stakeholder in global peacekeeping efforts.

Defence Secretary Will Attend Exercise Khaan Quest

The Defence Secretary is also scheduled to attend the Opening Ceremony of the Multinational Joint Military Exercise Khaan Quest 2025 at the same location tomorrow, in which Indian Army contingent is also one of the participants.

Duration Of Exercise Khaan Quest

Exercise Khaan Quest 2025 will be conducted from June 14 to 28.

The conduct of Exercises Nomadic Elephant and Khaan Quest marks a significant milestone in India’s expanding defence diplomacy and underscores the strategic importance of its partnership with Mongolia.