- The Indian Navy is leading the Tri-Services Exercise (TSE-2025) “Trishul” , a large-scale joint military operation involving the Indian Army and Indian Air Force . Scheduled to begin in early November 2025 , the exercise aims to enhance synergy, interoperability, and joint operational readiness among the three Services. It reflects India’s growing emphasis on integrated defence operations to counter multi-domain threats.
Exam-Oriented Highlights
| Aspect |
Details |
| Exercise Name |
Trishul 2025 |
| Led By |
Indian Navy |
| Participating Services |
Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and supporting agencies |
| Location |
Rajasthan, Gujarat, and North Arabian Sea |
| Key Assets |
INS Jalashwa, LCUs, IAF fighters |
| Objective |
Strengthen tri-service interoperability and joint warfare capability |
| Theme |
Technology-driven integrated defence readiness |
Scope and Strategic Significance
- Coordinated by the Headquarters Western Naval Command , the exercise spans Rajasthan and Gujarat’s creek and desert sectors , extending into maritime zones of the North Arabian Sea . “Trishul” represents one of India’s most comprehensive tri-services drills , combining land, air, and sea elements. The exercise focuses on amphibious missions , carrier-based operations , and joint manoeuvres , reinforcing India’s operational capability in both continental and maritime theatres.
Participating Formations and Agencies
- Key formations involved include the Indian Army’s Southern Command , the Navy’s Western Command , and the Air Force’s South Western Command . Additionally, the Indian Coast Guard , Border Security Force (BSF) , and various central agencies are participating. Their inclusion highlights India’s move toward whole-of-government coordination in national defence. This multi-agency integration ensures readiness against both traditional and hybrid security challenges .
Operational Objectives and Key Focus
- The main goal of “Trishul” is to validate joint operational procedures and enhance coordination across land, air, and maritime domains . The exercise will test the interoperability of platforms , improve communication networks , and refine joint tactics for multi-domain warfare . It will also include Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) , Electronic Warfare (EW) , and Cyber Warfare drills, underscoring India’s adaptation to modern, technology-driven conflicts.
Month: Current Affairs - November 04, 2025
Category: national security