Indian Army Conducts TTX For ASEAN Women Peacekeepers

Utkarsh Classes Last Updated 09-12-2023

Indian Army Conducts TTX For ASEAN Women Peacekeepers

Defence 3 min read

The Indian Army conducted a Table-Top Exercise (TTX) for women officers of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. This table-top exercise was organised by the Indian Army from 4 to 8 December 2023.

This exercise conducted by the Indian Army aims:

to encourage gender equality and
to enhance the capabilities of women military personnel in peacekeeping operations.

About Table-Top Exercises:

Tabletop exercise (TTX) is a type of disaster preparedness activity. In this activity, the participants are trained to deal with a simulated disaster scenario.
This table-top exercise is part of efforts led by the Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping (CUNPK) to strengthen international cooperation and capacity building in peacekeeping missions.
Special focus has been given to empowering women in this area through table-top exercises.

About the Centre For United Nations Peacekeeping (CUNPK):

CUNPK is a premier institution of the Indian Army, providing training in peacekeeping operations.
CUNPK had earlier also organised the ASEAN Women Military Officers Course from 18 to 29 September 2023.
This exercise (TTX) is a follow-up to the ongoing joint military training between India and ASEAN member states.
The exercise underlines India's shared commitment towards world peace, stability and gender equality.
It enables the participants to simulate and strategize responses to peacekeeping scenarios reflecting real-world challenges.
It also demonstrated complex operational peacekeeping environments and methods to ensure women's peace and security.
The exercise also includes a heritage tour of Delhi to showcase Indian culture.

The event showcased 'Made in India' equipment being deployed in various UN Missions.

Important forms for examination:
TTX: Table-Top Exercise
CUNPK: Center for United Nations Fishkeeping

FAQ

Answer:- New Delhi

Answer:- Indian Army

Answer:- For women officers of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN)

Answer:- The objective of this exercise is: to encourage gender equality and to enhance the capabilities of women military personnel in peacekeeping operations