Marking another significant chapter in regional military cooperation, India and Sri Lanka today commenced the 11th edition of the Joint Military Exercise ‘MITRA SHAKTI-2025’ at the Foreign Training Node (FTN), Belagavi, Karnataka. Scheduled from 10 to 23 November 2025, the two-week-long bilateral exercise aims to enhance interoperability, mutual learning, and tactical coordination between the two South Asian neighbours in counter-terrorism and peacekeeping operations.

Strengthening Defence Bonds: RAJPUT and GAJABA Regiments in Action

The Indian contingent, consisting of 170 personnel, is primarily drawn from the RAJPUT Regiment, renowned for its operational history and combat experience. On the other side, the Sri Lankan Army is represented by 135 personnel, largely from the elite GAJABA

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