New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to launch an extensive military exercise across Northeast India from November 13 to 20. The drills will take place near highly sensitive border regions with China, Bhutan, Myanmar and Bangladesh. Su-30MKI, Rafale, Mirage-2000, Tejas and Jaguar fighter jets will take to the skies. The exercise will also involve air defence systems and integrated unified defence operations.

Defence experts report that the IAF has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) covering the entire Northeast to ensure civilian flight safety. Certain airspace zones will see route diversions or restricted operations during the exercise.

The aim is to test operational readiness in border areas. The exercise will assess joint air and land force responses, along with the efficiency

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