Context:
The Indian Army and the Sri Lankan Army will kick off their joint exercise, “Mitra Shakti,” at Maduruoya in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province.
Relevance:
GS III: Security Challenges
Exercise Mitra Shakti:
- A joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Sri Lankan Army.
- The 10th edition of the exercise.
- 120 soldiers from the Indian Army’s Rajputana Rifles.
- Focus: Emphasizes joint operations in semi-urban environments, under the guidelines of Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, focusing on peace and security threats.
- Goals: Enhance operational proficiency through skill and experience exchange, and prepare for contemporary security challenges like counter-terrorism and urban warfare.
- Significance: Strengthens defense ties and improves coordination, promoting interoperability and cooperation between the Indian and Sri Lankan armed forces.
