Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 is the second edition of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) largest multinational air exercise at Air Force Station, Jodhpur (Rajasthan), and adjoining air bases.

• Participating Countries: India, United States of America, France, Germany, Australia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• Objectives
  • Enhance interoperability among diverse air forces.
  • Conduct joint planning & execution of complex air operations in a realistic battlespace.
  • Share tactics, techniques, procedures (TTPs) and best practices.
  • Integrate 5th‑gen (F‑35) with 4th/4.5‑gen fighters and Indian platforms.
  • Showcase India’s aerospace capabilities and role as a net security provider.

Source: The Hindu