India, April 12 -- The Indian Army contingent departed today for the 7th edition of India-Uzbekistan joint military Exercise DUSTLIK.

The Exercise is scheduled to be conducted at Gurumsaray Field Training Area, Namangam, Uzbekistan, from April 12 to April 25.

Exercise DUSTLIK is a yearly event conducted alternatively in India and Uzbekistan. Last edition was conducted at Foreign Training Node, Aundh (Pune) in April 2025.

The Indian Armed Forces contingent comprising 60 personnel is being represented by 45 personnel from the Indian Army, majorly from a Battalion of the MAHAR Regiment and 15 personnel from the Indian Air Force.

The Uzbekistan contingent also comprises of approximately 60 personnel, from Uzbekistan Army and Air Force.

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