Exercise MITRA SHAKTI

About Exercise Mitra Shakti: 

• It is a joint military exercise between India and the Sri Lankan army.
• This year it is the 10th edition of the exercise.
• A unit of 120 soldiers from the Indian Army’s Rajputana Rifles (Raj Rif) will participate in this exercise.
• The focus of this year’s exercise is on joint operations in semi-urban environments, aligning with Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, which deals with actions regarding threats to peace and security.
• It aims to improve the operational proficiency of both armies by facilitating the exchange of skills, experiences, and best practices.
• This collaboration is designed to enhance the armies’ abilities to handle contemporary security challenges, such as counter-terrorism and urban warfare.
• An official noted that this exercise plays a significant role in strengthening defence ties and improving coordination between the Indian and Sri Lankan armed forces.
• This annual event is crucial for fostering cooperation and enhancing interoperability between the two nations’ armed forces.

Q1: What is the United Nations Charter?

It is a multilateral international treaty that established the rights and obligations of member states. It also establishes the United Nations' principal organs and procedures. The Charter was signed on June 26, 1945.

Source: Mitra Shakti: Indian and Sri Lankan Armies to begin joint exercise