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India and Sri Lanka Begin Two-Week Mitra Shakti XI in Belagavi

The focus is on interoperability for UN-mandated counter-terror operations.

Overview

  • The exercise runs from November 10 to 23 at the Foreign Training Node in Karnataka.
  • The Indian contingent fields 170 troops mainly from the Rajput Regiment, supported by 20 Indian Air Force personnel.
  • Sri Lanka has deployed 135 soldiers primarily from the Gajaba Regiment, along with 10 Sri Lanka Air Force personnel.
  • Modules include raids, search-and-destroy missions, heliborne operations, Army Martial Arts Routine, combat reflex shooting and yoga.
  • The plan integrates drones, counter‑unmanned aerial systems and helicopters, with joint drills on helipad security and casualty evacuation under operational conditions.