Indian Army to Induct 25 ‘Bhairav Battalions’ Within Six Months, Five Already in Training

Indian Army to Induct 25 ‘Bhairav Battalions’ Within Six Months, Five Already in Training

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New Delhi: In a significant boost to India’s combat capabilities, the Indian Army is fast-tracking the induction of its newly conceptualized ‘Bhairav Battalions’, compact and high-impact units designed to bridge the gap between conventional infantry and special forces. The Army has confirmed that five battalions are already undergoing field training, while 25 in total will be operational within the next six months.

Announced by the Army Chief on Vijay Diwas, the Bhairav units represent a modern, multi-domain combat force built around agility, precision, and technology. The first batch began on-the-job