Why in News?
The Indian Army’s newly raised Bhairav Battalions, designed as high-speed, offensive, modern warfare units, will make their first public debut at the Army Day Parade in Jaipur on January 15, reflecting the Army’s shift towards hybrid and technology-intensive warfare.
Description:
About Bhairav Battalions:
- Type: High-speed, offensive combat units
- Role: Execute Special Forces–like tasks, operate inside enemy territory, Conduct deep raids, target acquisition, and precision strikes
- Operational Flexibility: Capable of multi-level operations (tactical to operational depth)
Genesis & Rationale:
- Raised by Army HQ by integrating lessons from global conflicts and Indian operational experience (including Operation Sindoor) to meet the demands of rapidly evolving modern warfare.
Deployment & Structure:
- Fifteen Bhairav Battalions have been raised so far, with plans to expand to about 25, deployed across border formations including two under Southern Command (e.g., “Desert Falcons”) and four under South Western Command.
Key Capabilities:
Combat & Technology:
- High mobility and rapid insertion
- Advanced weapons and night-fighting capability
- Strong focus on unmanned systems (drones)
- Personnel trained for drone handling and employment in real operations
Force Integration:
- Designed to bridge the gap between Para Special Forces and regular infantry
- Enable special operations at operational depth without exclusive SF deployment
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