Exercise LAMITIYE-2026: India and Seychelles carry out joint military exercise
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Why in news
India and Seychelles are conducting the 11th edition of the LAMITIYE-2026 joint military exercise, notable for being the first tri-services edition involving the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Background
The exercise is being held at the Seychelles Defence Academy from March 10 to 22, 2026. It involves the Seychelles Defence Forces and focuses on sub-conventional operations and UN peacekeeping missions.
Facts for Prelims
- FactLAMITIYE-2026 is the 11th edition of the joint military exercise between India and Seychelles.
- PlaceThe exercise is hosted at the Seychelles Defence Academy.
- S&TThe tri-services edition includes the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
- FactTraining modules include counter-terrorism, cordon and search operations, and maritime security.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how joint military exercises like LAMITIYE-2026 contribute to India's 'Security and Growth for All in the Region' (SAGAR) initiative in the Indian Ocean Region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Interoperability gains: Standardizing communication and tactical protocols between tri-services and Seychelles Defence Forces
- Maritime security: Collaborative monitoring of sea lanes against non-traditional threats and piracy
- Peacekeeping synergy: Enhancing joint capabilities for UN-mandated humanitarian assistance and sub-conventional operations
Keywords: Interoperability · Sub-conventional operations · Maritime security · Bilateral cooperation · Tri-services integration
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