Published on, Sept. 24 -- September 24, 2025 8:52 AM

India will begin Cold Start exercises next month to test drones and counter-drone systems. The joint drills will involve the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Officials said the exercise will be held in Madhya Pradesh during the first week of October. They added it will be the biggest drill since Operation Sindoor.

The drills aim to test the strengths and weaknesses of India's current air defense systems. A senior official confirmed the exercise will focus on operational readiness against modern aerial threats. India's military wants to improve its defenses as drone warfare grows worldwide.

The Cold Start exercises are linked to India's Cold Start doctrine. This strategy uses rapid and inte...