Republic Day 2026: Indian Army to showcase youngest commando force Bhairav Battalion
The Bhairav Battalion is intended as a cutting edge of the Indian Army
The Bhairav Battalion units focus on high-intensity, tech-enabled missions, providing commanders with immediate fight tonight capabilities.
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The Bhairav Battalion is meant for rapid offensive operations
The Bhairav Battalion is designed for rapid, offensive operations, bridging the gap between regular infantry and elite Para Special Forces by integrating modern tech like drones for swift, decisive actions.
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The Bhairav Battalion has been drawn from various units
The Bhairav Battalion personnel have been drawn from different arms of the Indian Army, including infantry, artillery, signals and air defence.
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The Bhairav Battalion draws from various regimental traditions
The Bhairav Battalion units draw from regimental traditions with war cries such as Raja Ramchandra ki Jai or Bole So Nihaal, Sat Sri Akal while adopting the motto of Abhayam Bhairav-embodying fearless resolve.
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Bhairav Battalion will have 25 units
A total of 25 Bhairav Batalion units of 250 men each will be deployed along sensitive borders like Rajasthan, Ladakh, and the Northeast. The first deployment was on November 1 last year.
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Rajnath Singh attended Bhairav Battalion demonstration
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended a demonstration by newly formed Bhairav Battalion units at Longewala in Rajasthan.
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The Bhairav Battalion participated in the Army Day Parade 2026
For the first time, the Indian Army’s newly raised modern warfare unit — the Bhairav Battalion — participated in the Army Day Parade 2026 in Jaipur on January 15.
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