Published: 9 November 2025PIBGeneral
India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise Mitra Shakti XI-2025 Begins in Belagavi
The 11th edition of Joint Military Exercise 'Mitra Shakti-2025' commenced at the Foreign Training Node, Belagavi, Karnataka, on November 10, 2025. The exercise is being conducted from November 10 to 23 with 170 Indian and 135 Sri Lankan personnel.
The Indian contingent is represented mainly by the Rajput Regiment, while Sri Lanka is represented by the Gajaba Regiment. Personnel from both air forces (20 IAF, 10 SLAF) are also participating. The exercise rehearses sub-conventional operations under Chapter VII of the UN Mandate, including counter-terrorist operations, raids, heliborne operations, and employment of drones and counter-UAS systems.
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The Joint Military Exercise 'Mitra Shakti XI-2025' was conducted between India and which country?
Explanation · Correct answer CThe 11th edition of Joint Military Exercise 'Mitra Shakti-2025' commenced at the Foreign Training Node, Belagavi, Karnataka, on November 10, 2025. It was conducted between India and Sri Lanka with 170 Indian and 135 Sri Lankan personnel. The Indian contingent was represented by the Rajput Regiment and Sri Lanka by the Gajaba Regiment.
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11th edition of Joint Military Exercise 'Mitra Shakti-2025' commenced at Belagavi, Karnataka on November 10-23, 2025
When did the major event related to **India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise Mitra Shakti** take place?
The key event took place on **November 10, 2025**. Involves 170 Indian and 135 Sri Lankan personnel; Indian contingent represented by Rajput Regiment, Sri Lanka by Gajaba Regiment
What is the broader significance or impact of **India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise Mitra Shakti** for India?
Personnel from both air forces (20 IAF, 10 SLAF) also participating
What additional facts are known about **India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise Mitra Shakti**?
Exercise rehearses sub-conventional operations under Chapter VII of UN Mandate including counter-terrorist operations and heliborne operations
Why is **India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise Mitra Shakti** important for RAS/UPSC competitive examinations?
This topic is significant for **RAS/UPSC** exams under the **National** section. Key exam-relevant point: Features employment of drones and counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) operations
