New Delhi, Nov. 17 -- The eighth edition of the India-UK Joint Military Exercise "Ajeya Warrior-25" commenced on Monday at the Foreign Training Node, Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan.

The 14-day bilateral exercise will culminate on November 30.

The exercise brings together 240 personnel with equal representation from the Indian and the British Armies. The Indian Army is being represented by troops of the Sikh Regiment. Conducted under a United Nations mandate, the exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations in a semi-urban environment.

In a statement issued here, the army spokesperson stated that the training over the next two weeks will include joint mission planning at Brigade level, integrated tactical drills, simulation-ba...