New Delhi, August 9: The Ministry of Defence (MoD), in a press release, announced that 101 members of the Indian army will be a part of the International Army Games starting 22 August. These games are organised by Russia’s Ministry of Defence since 2015.
The MoD gave this information through a press release. The Indian Army contingent will be taking part in Army Scout Masters Competition (ASMC), Elbrus Ring, Polar Star, Sniper Frontier and Safe Route games. “The contingent will also contribute two observers (one each) for the Open Water and Falcon Hunting games in which Pontoon Bridge laying and UAV crew skills will be showcased by the participating teams,” read the Press Information Bureau press release.
These Games are also referred to as ‘War Olympics’. Russia’s Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu informed about the date of the Games. “From August 22 to September 4, more than 280 teams from 42 countries will demonstrate their combat skills and determination to win. This year, the competition will be held in eleven countries,” said the defence minister.
The Indian contingent is chosen after various levels of screening. India had also co-hosted the Games in 2019 and had stood first in Army Scouts Master Competition in Jaisalmer.
These Games are a reflection of the professionalism that the armies around the world have. ‘War Olympics’ – as it is known by some – also bolsters military to military cooperation between countries.
This will be the seventh edition of the International Army Games. Notably, the United States, England, Canada and most of the western European nations do not take part in these games. (Agencies)
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