Maldives – 77 Indian military personnel have been deployed in Maldives.[13] They are tasked with operating and maintaining two HAL Dhruv helicopters in search and rescue and transport roles, and a Dornier-228 maritime surveillance aircraft. In 2023, the incoming Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu formally requested the withdrawal of all Indian military personnel from Maldives.[14][15]
Nepal – The Indian air force has set up an overseas air force base in Surkhet. This airstrip also protects Nepal against all forms of aerial threats.[18]