K9 Warriors of the Red Shield Division under Indian Army’s Spear Corps carried out a slithering exercise today 2026 at the Leimakhong Military Station in Manipur. Five dog teams participated in this highly specialised training aimed at enhancing rapid heli-borne insertion capability, operational coordination, combat readiness and synergy amongst troops during challenging operational scenarios.
The exercise showcased the professionalism, confidence and teamwork of the handlers and military working dogs, highlighting their vital role in disaster management response,search and rescue operations and terrorist neutralization missions.
The Indian Army K9 unit consists of highly trained sniffing and tracking dogs (including Belgian Malinois, German Shepherds, and Mudhol Hounds) used for counter-insurgency, explosive detection, and surveillance. These four-legged soldiers are trained from eight weeks old, often wearing specialized gear for protection in combat zones.
