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EXERCISE MITRA SHAKTI from Vajirao & Reddy Institute

By : Author Desk Updated : 2025-11-18 11:10:49

EXERCISE MITRA SHAKTI

What happened?
  • The 11th edition of Exercise MITRA SHAKTI between India and Sri Lanka began on 10 November 2025.
  • It is being held at the Foreign Training Node, Belagavi, Karnataka.
  • The exercise will continue till 23 November 2025.
WHO IS PARTICIPATING? India
  • 170 Army personnel, mainly from the RAJPUT Regiment
  • 20 Indian Air Force personnel
Sri Lanka
  • 135 Army personnel, mainly from the GAJABA Regiment
  • 10 Sri Lankan Air Force personnel
AIM OF THE EXERCISE
  • To train together for Sub-Conventional Operations under Chapter VII of the UN Mandate. (Sub-conventional operations = actions below the level of full-scale war, such as counter-terrorism.)
  • To improve joint response to counter-terrorist situations.
WHAT WILL BOTH ARMIES PRACTICE? Operational Drills
  • Raids
  • Search and destroy missions
  • Heliborne operations (soldiers inserted/extracted by helicopter)
  • Use of drones and counter-drone systems
  • Securing helipads
  • Casualty evacuation during operations
Skill & Fitness Activities
  • Army Martial Arts Routine (AMAR)
  • Combat reflex shooting
  • Yoga
WHY IS THIS EXERCISE IMPORTANT? 1. Enhancing Interoperability
  • Helps soldiers of both countries learn how to operate smoothly and effectively together.
  • Reduces risks to life and property during peacekeeping and counter-terror operations.
2. Supporting UN Peacekeeping
  • Since both nations contribute to UN peace missions, the exercise focuses on working together under UN guidelines.
3. Defence Cooperation
  • Both sides exchange:
    • Best practices
    • Techniques
    • Tactical knowledge
  • Strengthens military ties between India and Sri Lanka.
4. Strengthening Bilateral Relations
  • Regular joint exercises build trust and friendship between neighbouring nations.
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