In recent times, the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) staged the second edition of Defence of Andaman & Nicobar Islands 2019 (DANX-19). Taking part in the exercise were the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and special forces from the newly established Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD). The primary objectives of the exercise included mobilisation and field manoeuvres to authenticate ANC’s defensive plans and maintaining territorial integrity of the A&N Islands.
Participation of Various Defence Services
The Defence of Andaman & Nicobar Islands 2019 (DANX-19) saw significant contributions from multiple branches of India’s defence services. The Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard all took part in this critical exercise. In addition, special forces troops from the newly set up Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD) were also present. This multi-service participation underscores the importance of cooperative defense planning and action, particularly in regions like Andaman and Nicobar Islands that represent crucial strategic interests for India.
Mobilisation and Field Manoeuvres
An integral part of DANX-19 was the execution of mobilisation and field manoeuvres. These are tactical operations designed to test and validate the efficiency and effectiveness of a military force’s ability to rapidly deploy and respond to potential threats. In the context of DANX-19, these exercises helped to evaluate the ANC’s defensive plans, ensuring readiness in both offensive and defensive capabilities. These manoeuvres also offer valuable training opportunities for the different branches of the defence services on how to act in concert strategically and tactically.
| Fact | Description |
|---|---|
| DANX-19 Edition | 2nd |
| Organiser | Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) |
| Participants | Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD) |
| Main Objectives | Mobilisation and field manoeuvres, Validation of ANC’s defensive plans, Maintaining territorial integrity of the A&N Islands |
Ensuring Territorial Integrity of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands
The latter part of the DANX-19 exercise was focused on validating and ensuring the territorial integrity of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. This is a crucial aspect of India’s strategic planning, given the importance of these islands in terms of their geopolitical location and the resources they offer. Ensuring their overall security against potential external threats can contribute significantly to India’s national security strategy. This was achieved by a comprehensive evaluation of the defensive plans laid out by the ANC headquarters, involving all the participating defence services in a cooperative and coordinated manner.