New Delhi [India], March 28 (ANI): A
six-member delegation
from the
Russian Army
Led by Major General Andrei Marchenko, proceeded to visit the
College of Military Engineering
in Maharashtra’s
Pune
From March 26 to 28, 2025, as part of the Subject Matter Experts Exchange Program.
Throughout the visit, the delegation had discussions with Lieutenant General AK Ramesh, who serves as the Commandant and CME. They toured the facility, compared effective training methodologies, and discussed their battlefield encounters. This meeting marks an additional stride toward enhancing defense collaboration between both countries.
On a post on X, the ADGPI of the Indian Army stated, “A
six-member delegation
from the
Russian Army
Led by Major General Andrei Marchenko, they paid a visit.
College of Military Engineering
,
Pune
From March 26th to 28th, 2025, this event was organized as part of the Subject Matter Experts Exchange Program. Throughout the trip, the delegation had discussions with Lieutenant General AK Ramesh, who serves as the Commandant. They also toured the facilities, discussed effective training methodologies, and recounted their battlefield encounters. This visit marks an additional stride toward enhancing military cooperation between both countries.
https://x.com/adgpi/status/1905585427878477975
Previously, the 14th edition of the joint Indian-Russian naval drill named Indra, which serves as a key component of the strong maritime cooperation between India and Russia, was scheduled for March 28 to April 2, 2025, near Chennai.
Ever since it began in 2003, Exercise Indra has symbolized the enduring strategic partnership between the two navies.
The drill has transformed into an emblem of maritime collaboration, highlighting both countries’ dedication to improving naval coordination and joint operations efficiency. As per an official announcement, this training consists of two stages: the Harbour stage will take place from March 28-30, 2025, in Chennai, followed by the Sea phase occurring from March 31 to April 2, 2025, within the waters of the Bay of Bengal.
The drill will include vessels from the Russian Navy—Pechenga, Razliv, and Aldar Tsydenzhapov—as well as ships from the Indian Navy: Rana, Kutharr, along with a maritime patrol aircraft, the P-8I.
The purpose of these activities and engagements is to boost maritime collaboration, reinforce bonds of friendship, share superior operational techniques, and fortify diplomatic relations between the two countries. (ANI)
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