The document discusses the deployment and execution of a military raid. It defines a raid as an attack by a small force with the goal of accomplishing a specific task without holding the target location. The document outlines the types, purposes, planning factors, target selection, characteristics, and phases of a raid. A successful raid requires thorough preparation, rehearsal, coordination between groups, and a timely disengagement from the target area.

2. Deployment of Raid
FPP
SDP
FPP
CP
HP
AP
RCP
FCP
STP
Res
RV
FDLs/Hideouts
SDP

3. RAID

4. INTRODUCTION
Allah says in Holy Qurran! “And make ready your
str to the utmost of your power including sinews of
war, to strike terror into the hearts of enemies of
Allah, and your enemies, and others besides them,
whom you know not, but whom Allah does know”.
So, learning about all ops of war is our religious duty and I
am proud to involve you in performing this religious duty
that is to discuss about raid.
Gentlemen, raid is an effective mean of demoralizing
the en and in modern warfare its smooth execution can only
be possible by hard work and thorough knowledge of its
basic techs. The comprehensive trg in minor ops of war is
the backbone of success in the battlefield.

5. AIM
 To acquaint the student offrs about the raid and its techs.

6. SEQUENCE OF PRESENTATION
We shall teach about raid in fol three parts:PART - I
 Definition of Raid.
 Types of Raid.
 Purposes of Raid.
PART - II
 Factors Effecting Planning.
 Factors Effecting success of a Raid.
 Tgts of Raid.
PART-III
 Characteristics of Raid.
 Phases of Raid.
 Conclusion.

7. PART-I
Definition of Raid
Raid is an attk by a force to accomplish
a specific purpose with in the en posn with no
intension of holding the invaded objective.

8. Types of Raid
The raid msns are divided into fol two parts: Short Term Raid.
In short term msn, the raiding force is req to stay
in the en area for a very short Pd.
 Long Term Raid.
The force has to penetrate deep into the en area
and stay there for a long Pd. A raid msn more than two
days can be categorized under this type.

9. Purposes of Raid
A raid of a pl str may be conducted to: Capture Prisoners.
 Capture or destroy specific en pers or material.
 Obtain specific info about enemy localities, str,
disposns and intentions.

10. PART-II
Factors Effecting Planning
Fol factors must be borne in mind while planning a raid:-
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When to move.
How to move.
Routes.
Hiding Places.
How and when to conduct recce.
When to raid the tgt.
Methods of wdr.

11. Factors Effecting success of a Raid
Fol factors have a dir bg on the success of raid:
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Morale of raiding tps.
Ldrship.
Comradeship.
Physical and mental endurance.
Good adm.
Sound planning based on correct infos.
Cam & Clt.
Proper trg of tps.
Coord of actions of various parties.

12. Tgts of Raid
Trained tps may be given the fol tgts for raid:
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Brs.
Rlys.
POL dumps/Sup Pt.
Airfds.
Imp factories.
Power plants.
Comm cens.
HQs.
Tk hars.
Gun posns.
Msl Launching and msl storage sites.
Any other tgt considered by the bn or higher comd.

13. PART-III
Chars of Raid
Raids are characterised by the necessity for:-
 Quick hard blows.
 Timely disengagement.
 Wdr.

14. Phases of Raid
Raid op have fol three phases: Preparatory Phase.
 Execution Phase.
 Disengagement and Wdr Phase.

15. Preparatory Phase
The under mentioned are essential actions which
a raiding force Ldr must complete in this phase:
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Max possible info about the tgt.
Adequate time for recce.
Pers sel
Wpn and eqpt.
Ration & clo.
Rehearsals.

16. Execution Phase
This phase covers all the actions which are carried
out in two stages as under: Mov from FDLs/hide out to the RV and action in the RV.
 Mov from RV to the tgt incl its destruction. For execution
of raid fol gps are emp:-
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Action
Gp
Covering Gp

17. Action Group
It consists of the fol parties:-
 Fwd Command Party
Composed of the Comd, his runner, operator and is resp to con
the entire op.
 Sentry Disposal Party
Normally two men are emp. One disposes off the sentry while
second covers him. It’s no would vary according to the no of sentries
in the tgt area.
 Action Party
This party is resp to carry out the final msn that is destruction of
a tgt. The str of this party will depend upon the size and type of tgt.
 Special Task Party
Any spec task which is not undertaken by the above parties such
as, destroying of automatic wpns on fixed lines, comd vehs wrls set
and cutting of tel lines etc.
 Holding Party
Carries LMG sited at a reasonable distance with a task to bring
eff fire on en pers who may directly interfere with the action party.

18. Covering Group
It comprises of the fol parties: -
 Rear Comd Party.
Normally consists of 2IC, to take over
in case of comd becomes a casuality.
 Covering Party.
The task of this party is to provide
secure base from which the action gp will develop its raid on the
objective. It is also resp to cover the wdr of the action gp.
 Reserve Party.
Elms not emp in action or covering gps
will constitute this party. This is req to meet any unforeseen sit
which may develop during the conduct of the raid and rapid wdr.
 Flank Protection Party. To protect the exposed flanks
and blocks the reinforcement/escape.

19. Disengagement and Wdr Phase
This is the most difficult phase and success of entire op
depends upon the raid comd ability to make timely decision for
disengagement on completion of the task and on skill of indl gps comd
to move their men with speed to rallying pt. Parties and gps should be
able to cover the wdr of each other by covering fire if possible,
otherwise this should be arranged within each gp/party during their
wdr. Wdr is the most difficult phase of raid op and normally carried out
in two stages as under:-
 First Stage
From site to pre-selected RV at reasonably safe distance
(800-1000 m) depending upon the gr and en disposns.
 Sec Stage
From RV to hideout or Bn HQ.

20. CONCLUSION
Properly planned and executed raid pays dividend out of all
proportions to the resources used. It is a hazardous op and as such
demands physical fitness from all indls taking part which can be
achieved by intensive trg. Collection of max info and planning are
essential for the success. Max use of surprise and shock action
coupled with max freedom allowed to raiding force comd have dir
bg on the success of raid op.