The Indian Army's 33 Corps has conducted a live firepower exercise in Sikkim and the Siliguri Corridor, demonstrating its rapid deployment and precision strike capabilities. The units showcased their adaptability for high-altitude warfare, utilizing a range of weapons including indigenous and Israeli-origin missile systems.
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