INDIA AND SEYCHELLES: JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE

NEWS: India and Seychelles are conducting the 11th edition of the India–Seychelles Joint Military Exercise called LAMITIYE-2026.

LAMITIYE-2026

• The exercise is being held at the Seychelles Defence Academy.
• It is taking place from March 10 to March 22.
• Aimà To strengthen defence cooperation and military coordination between the two countries.
• “Lamitye” means “friendship” in the Creole language of Seychelles= symbolizing the strong bilateral relations between India and Seychelles.

First Tri-Services Edition

• It is the first tri-services edition.
• Tri-services means participation of: Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force
• They are participating together with the Seychelles Defence Forces.
• Enhances joint operational capability among different military branches of both countries.

Purpose of the Exercise

• To improve interoperability between the armed forces of India and Seychelles
• This includes:
  • Sharing strategies
  • Coordinating operations
  • Using compatible equipment and communication systems