New Delhi [India], November 9 (ANI): The annual India-Sri Lanka military exercise, Mitra Shakti, will be held at the Foreign Training Node in Belagavi from November 10 to 23, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) of the Indian Army announced on Saturday.
According to the ADGPI, Exercise Mitra Shakti 2025 aims to enhance operational synergy between the two armies in conducting joint operations across urban and semi-urban terrains. It underscores the shared commitment of both nations toward regional peace and security.
In a post on X, the ADGPI stated, “Exercise #MitraShakti_2025. The #IndianArmy is set to participate in the 11th edition of the annual Indo-Sri Lanka Exercise Mitra Shakti with the #SriLankaArmy at Foreign Training Node, Belagavi, from 10 to 23 November 2025. Exercise Mitra Shakti 2025 aims to enhance the operational synergy between the two armies in conducting joint operations across urban and semi-urban terrain. The exercise underscores the shared commitment of India and Sri Lanka towards regional peace and security, while further strengthening defense cooperation, camaraderie, and mutual trust between the two forces.”
Mitra Shakti is an annual training event conducted alternately in India and Sri Lanka.
The 10th edition of the India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise Mitra Shakti took place in Sri Lanka last year at the Army Training School in Maduru Oya. The Indian contingent of 106 personnel was represented by a battalion of the Rajputana Rifles along with personnel from other arms and services. The Sri Lankan contingent comprised personnel from the Gajaba Regiment of the Sri Lankan Army.
The Indian Army noted that the 2024 edition of Mitra Shakti strengthened strategic partnership and counter-terrorism collaboration between the two nations by providing a platform to share best practices and refine tactical approaches. (ANI)
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