K9 warriors and robotic dogs steal spotlight at Exercise PRAGATI 2026
Exercise PRAGATI 2026 showcased the Indian Army's integration of K9 warriors and robotic dogs in military operations. The event highlighted the effectiveness of trained military dogs and advanced robotic platforms in enhancing battlefield capabilities. With participation from 12 nations, the exercise emphasized interoperability and joint operational readiness in multinational military environments.
- ▪The Indian Army demonstrated the role of K9 warriors and robotic dogs in modern battlefield operations.
- ▪Specialized demonstrations included IED detection, tracking, and combat support missions.
- ▪Victor, an indigenous Rampur Hound, symbolized the Army's focus on native breeds under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
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Amid intense tactical drills and multinational military training at Exercise PRAGATI 2026, the Indian Army showcased a unique blend of tradition and technology as highly trained K9 warriors and robotic dogs demonstrated their role in modern battlefield operations alongside troops from friendly foreign nations.The Indian Army highlighted how trained military dogs and emerging robotic platforms can together enhance operational effectiveness in future warfare scenarios.The exercise featured specialised demonstrations in IED detection, tracking, assault intervention and combat support missions, reflecting the growing emphasis on interoperability and joint operational readiness in multinational environments, the Army said.Among the K9 teams were Alan, a Belgian Malinois assault dog; Victor, a…
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