The 9th edition of India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24 was started at Cijantung, Indonesia on 1 November 2024. This exercise will be concluded on the 12th of November 2024.  The aim of Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24 is to acquaint both the sides with each other’s operating procedures, enhance mutual understanding, cooperation and interoperability between the Special Forces of both armies.  The Exercise is designed to develop bilateral military cooperation and strengthen bond between two armies through conduct of discussions and rehearsal of tactical military drills.