India and Sri Lanka Launch 11th Mitra Shakti 2025 Military Exercise in Belagavi

India and Sri Lanka have started the 11th edition of Exercise Mitra Shakti on 10 November 2025 at the Foreign Training Node in Belagavi, Karnataka. The exercise will continue till 23 November 2025 and aims to improve bilateral defence cooperation, counter-terror strategies, and UN peacekeeping coordination between the two nations.

India and Sri Lanka Launch 11th Mitra Shakti 2025 Military Exercise in Belagavi

What is Mitra Shakti?

Exercise Mitra Shakti is a bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the Sri Lankan Army, launched to enhance coordination in sub-conventional warfare, especially counter-terror and insurgency operations.

It is conducted under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, which focuses on maintaining international peace and security. Over time, it has become a strong symbol of regional military partnership and joint preparedness against modern threats.

Key Details of Mitra Shakti XI (2025)

Duration: 10 – 23 November 2025
Venue: Foreign Training Node, Belagavi, Karnataka
🇮🇳 Indian Contingent: 170 personnel from the Rajput Regiment
🇱🇰 Sri Lankan Contingent: 135 personnel from the Gajaba Regiment
Additional Support: 20 from the Indian Air Force and 10 from the Sri Lankan Air Force

Training Focus

The main aim of Mitra Shakti 2025 is to prepare forces for sub-conventional operations in multinational peacekeeping environments. Training activities include:

Search and destroy missions
Heliborne operations
Counter-terrorist raids
Drone and counter-drone warfare
Combat reflex shooting
Casualty evacuation drills
Securing helipads and tactical zones

In addition, Army Martial Arts Routine (AMAR) and yoga sessions are integrated to improve soldiers’ mental focus and physical endurance.

Modern Warfare Integration

The 2025 edition highlights drone operations and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) — vital in modern warfare for surveillance, rapid threat response, and battlefield awareness.
Heliborne insertions and real-world urban warfare simulations provide realistic training in peacekeeping and counter-insurgency environments.

Exam-Oriented Notes

Exercise Name: Mitra Shakti XI (2025)
Type: India–Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise
Duration: 10–23 November 2025
Venue: Belagavi, Karnataka
Indian Regiment: Rajput Regiment
Sri Lankan Regiment: Gajaba Regiment
Focus: Counter-terrorism, drone warfare, UN peacekeeping
UN Chapter Reference: Chapter VII (Peace and Security)

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Question & Answer

Q1. What is the name of the joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka?
(a) Garuda Shakti
(b) Mitra Shakti
(c) Surya Kiran
(d) Sampriti
Answer: Mitra Shakti

Q2. The 11th edition of Exercise Mitra Shakti is being held in which Indian city?
(a) Pune
(b) Chennai
(c) Belagavi
(d) Jaipur
Answer: Belagavi

Q3. Which regiments represent India and Sri Lanka in Mitra Shakti 2025?
(a) Sikh Regiment and Sinha Regiment
(b) Rajput Regiment and Gajaba Regiment
(c) Dogra Regiment and Kandy Regiment
(d) Jat Regiment and Commando Regiment
Answer: Rajput Regiment and Gajaba Regiment

Q4. Under which UN Charter chapter is Exercise Mitra Shakti conducted?
(a) Chapter VI
(b) Chapter VII
(c) Chapter VIII
(d) Chapter IX
Answer: Chapter VII

Q5. What is the main focus of Exercise Mitra Shakti 2025?
(a) Naval warfare and ocean mapping
(b) Counter-terrorism and UN peacekeeping
(c) Border surveillance and cyber defence
(d) Disaster management operations
Answer: Counter-terrorism and UN peacekeeping

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