Another chinese provocation: Tests its Sukhois at upgraded airfields in Tibet
Stepping up its military activities in Tibet, the Chinese PLA has carried out a major exercise there with its Air Force that for the first time saw Sukhoi-30s being pressed into action. By operating Su-30s, the Chinese military was also able to test recently renovated airfields and runways.
As per Indian assessment, there are now seven airfields in Tibet from where Su-30s can operate. Two of these have been built recently.
While the exercise took place about two months ago, details have begun to emerge only recently and formed part of a detailed security review undertaken by Defence Minister A K Antony a few days ago. The Cabinet Committee on Security was also kept informed. The armed forces were of the view that there was no major cause for worry as India was also upgrading its capabilities.
From what is known so far, this was a division-level exercise but was also ambitious because the PLA had moved a mechanised formation into Tibet for this purpose. This mechanised outfit is essentially part of the Rapid Reaction Force which have been developed by the PLA to cope with future small-scale, high intensity regional combat and military operations.
The RRF formations are usually equipped with hi-tech equipment, their personnel receive special training and they are considered superior to regular formations.
The RRF along with the Air Force and a regular mountain infantry division carried out what was called a joint defence and counterattack exercise in frigid high-altitude mountain areas and a complex electromagnetic environment.
Since the beginning of the year, the PLAs Tibet Military Command has been quite active, holding smaller exercises, testing the Tibet railway for carrying military equipment and increasing the frequency of regular drills. While much of this went unnoticed, sources said, what caught attention this time was the involvement of the Air Force and Su-30 operations.
India, on its part, is watching the developments closely. While the Armed Forces see this as an expected response to India improving its military infrastructure in the Eastern Sector, including upgradation of the Tezpur airfield for Su-30 MKIs, the larger political concern remains due to the unpredictability of Chinese intentions.
China tests its Sukhois at upgraded airfields in Tibet
War mongering china always believe in bullying and provocation but don't have guts to admit it openly.
India should be well prepared and beware of back stabber's evil intentions.
Stepping up its military activities in Tibet, the Chinese PLA has carried out a major exercise there with its Air Force that for the first time saw Sukhoi-30s being pressed into action. By operating Su-30s, the Chinese military was also able to test recently renovated airfields and runways.
As per Indian assessment, there are now seven airfields in Tibet from where Su-30s can operate. Two of these have been built recently.
While the exercise took place about two months ago, details have begun to emerge only recently and formed part of a detailed security review undertaken by Defence Minister A K Antony a few days ago. The Cabinet Committee on Security was also kept informed. The armed forces were of the view that there was no major cause for worry as India was also upgrading its capabilities.
From what is known so far, this was a division-level exercise but was also ambitious because the PLA had moved a mechanised formation into Tibet for this purpose. This mechanised outfit is essentially part of the Rapid Reaction Force which have been developed by the PLA to cope with future small-scale, high intensity regional combat and military operations.
The RRF formations are usually equipped with hi-tech equipment, their personnel receive special training and they are considered superior to regular formations.
The RRF along with the Air Force and a regular mountain infantry division carried out what was called a joint defence and counterattack exercise in frigid high-altitude mountain areas and a complex electromagnetic environment.
Since the beginning of the year, the PLAs Tibet Military Command has been quite active, holding smaller exercises, testing the Tibet railway for carrying military equipment and increasing the frequency of regular drills. While much of this went unnoticed, sources said, what caught attention this time was the involvement of the Air Force and Su-30 operations.
India, on its part, is watching the developments closely. While the Armed Forces see this as an expected response to India improving its military infrastructure in the Eastern Sector, including upgradation of the Tezpur airfield for Su-30 MKIs, the larger political concern remains due to the unpredictability of Chinese intentions.
China tests its Sukhois at upgraded airfields in Tibet
War mongering china always believe in bullying and provocation but don't have guts to admit it openly.
India should be well prepared and beware of back stabber's evil intentions.
