The 10th edition of the India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise ‘Mitra Shakti’ has commenced at the Army Training School in Maduru Oya.
The exercise, which commenced on Aug. 12,is to be conducted until Aug. 25.
The 106-strong Indian contingent is being represented by a Battalion of Rajputana Rifles along with personnel from other arms and services.
Meanwhile, the Sri Lankan contingent is being represented by personnel from Gajaba Regiment of Sri Lankan Army.
The ‘Mitra Shakti’ joint exercise is an annual training event conducted alternatively in India and Sri Lanka with the last edition held in Pune in Nov 2023.