TOPCHI 2025: Under the leadership of Lieutenant General Navneet Singh Sarna, Commandant of the School of Artillery, the Regiment of Artillery conducted its annual firepower training event, Exercise TOPCHI, at the Devlali Field Firing Ranges.
The exercise showcased the integrated use of advanced firepower and surveillance systems, highlighting an impressive range of modern technologies.
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Live demonstrations included cutting-edge artillery systems such as the K-9 Vajra Self-Propelled Gun System, 155mm M777 Ultra-Light Howitzer, 155mm Dhanush, and 155mm FH 77B02 (Bofors).
State-of-the-art technologies like the Pinaka and Smerch Rocket Systems, swarm drones, loitering munitions, and advanced drone capabilities were displayed.
This event emphasized the Indian Army’s operational readiness and the successful integration of indigenous defense technologies, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
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Exercise TOPCHI highlighted the professionalism of the Regiment of Artillery and demonstrated the Indian Army’s ability to deploy modern, integrated surveillance and firepower capabilities to address any operational challenges effectively.

