They are also capable of directing artillery and air attacks on targets deep within enemy lines.
A Ghatak Platoon is usually 20-men strong, consisting of a commanding Captain, 2 non-commissioned officers and some special teams like marksman and spotter pairs, light machine gunners, medic and radio operator. The remaining soldiers act as assault troopers.
The most physically fit and motivated soldiers in an infantry battalion are selected to be a part of the Ghatak Platoon.
Most undergo training at the Commando Training Course in Belgaum, Karnataka.
Often, other specialized training like heliborne assault, rock climbing, mountain warfare, demolitions, advanced weapons training, close quarter battle and infantry tactics are also given.
Members of the platoon are also sent to the High Altitude Warfare School and Counterinsurgency and Jungle Warfare School.
