Mitra Shakti Exercise Commences in Sri Lanka

Key Points

• 1The 10th edition of the India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise MITRA SHAKTI commenced on August 12, 2024, at Army Training School, Maduru Oya, Sri Lanka.
• 2The exercise is scheduled from August 12th to 25th, 2024.
• 3The Indian contingent includes 106 personnel from a Battalion of Rajputana Rifles and other arms and services.
• 4The Sri Lankan contingent is represented by personnel from the Gajaba Regiment.
• 5The exercise aims to enhance joint military capability for counter-insurgency operations.
• 6Tactical drills include Response to a Terrorist Action, Establishment of a Joint Command Post, and others.