The School of Artillery, Devlali, witnessed the grandeur of Exercise Topchi on 21 January 2025. This annual firepower training exercise, organised by the Regiment of Artillery, is a prestigious event in the Indian Army’s calendar. Under the stewardship of Lieutenant General Navneet Singh Sarna, Commandant of the School of Artillery, the exercise demonstrated the strength, precision, and versatility of India’s artillery and firepower capabilities. The event was attended by a distinguished audience, including student officers from the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, the Defence Services Technical Staff Course, Pune, Nepal Army Staff Course students, and cadets from various training academies, alongside senior military dignitaries and civilian officials.

One of the most remarkable features of Exercise Topchi was its display of the Indian Army's integrated firepower and surveillance systems. The event featured an impressive array of artillery assets, including the formidable K-9 Vajra Self-Propelled (SP) Gun System, the 155mm M777 Ultra Light Howitzer (ULH), the 155mm Dhanush, and the legendary Bofors 155mm FH 77B02. Each weapon system was put to the test in live-firing scenarios, showcasing the Army’s advanced artillery capabilities.