Exercise Mitra Shakti 2023

November 18, 2023

The ninth edition of a joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka, Exercise Mitra Shakti commenced in Pune.
India is being represented by a contingent of 120 personnel and officers from the Maratha Light Infantry Regiment and 15 air warriors and officers from the Indian Air Force (IAF).
The Sri Lankan side is being represented by personnel from Sri Lankan Army’s 53 Infantry Division and five personnel from Sri Lankan Air Force.
‘Mitra Shakti’, which means power of friendship, is conducted alternately in India and Sri Lanka.
Both sides will practice tactical actions such as raid, search and destroy missions, heliborne operations, etc. In addition, Army Martial Arts Routine (AMAR), combat reflex shooting and yoga will also form part of the exercise curriculum
It will also involve employment of drones and counter unmanned aerial systems, besides helicopters.