How special are India's Special Forces | In Our Defence, S02, Ep 36
Update: 2024-08-22
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In the world of special operations, India is home to three elite forces: the Garud (Air Force), MARCOS (Navy), and Para SF (Army). Each unit has its own specialisation—Para SF excels in high-altitude, counter-insurgency, and surgical strikes; MARCOS are maritime experts; and Garud Commandos focus on airfield protection and counter-hijacking.
In response to popular demand from our listeners, this episode delves into the Para SF, offering insights into their vital role in national security.
Ever wondered what sets special forces apart from the regular army? How does Para SF work? What does their intense training look like? And what really happens during the 90-day probation period–a brutal challenge often considered a personal hell that pushes every recruit to its limits before earning the Balidan badge.
Host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor explore this while analysing how Indian Special Forces training compares internationally and what impact has the Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD) had on streamlining operations since its inception in 2019.
The two also discuss how Special Forces personnel transition to regular army roles or civilian life, highlighting their adaptability, which is shaped by intense training and experience.
Tune in to get a glimpse into the lives of those who operate in the shadows and beyond.
Produced by Anna Priydarshini
Sound mix by Sachin Dwivedi
In response to popular demand from our listeners, this episode delves into the Para SF, offering insights into their vital role in national security.
Ever wondered what sets special forces apart from the regular army? How does Para SF work? What does their intense training look like? And what really happens during the 90-day probation period–a brutal challenge often considered a personal hell that pushes every recruit to its limits before earning the Balidan badge.
Host Dev Goswami and defence expert Shiv Aroor explore this while analysing how Indian Special Forces training compares internationally and what impact has the Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD) had on streamlining operations since its inception in 2019.
The two also discuss how Special Forces personnel transition to regular army roles or civilian life, highlighting their adaptability, which is shaped by intense training and experience.
Tune in to get a glimpse into the lives of those who operate in the shadows and beyond.
Produced by Anna Priydarshini
Sound mix by Sachin Dwivedi
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