News: Indian Armed Forces contingent arrived at Seychelles to participate in Exercise “LAMITIYE-2026” with Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF).
About Exercise “LAMITIYE-2026”
- Exercise LAMITIYE is a joint military training exercise between the Indian Army and the Seychelles Defence Forces
- Meaning: ‘LAMITIYE’ meaning ‘Friendship’ in the Creole language.
- First Edition: It was first conducted in Seychelles in 2001.
- 2026 edition: This year edition is the 11th edition of this exercise.
- Conducted at: It is being conducted at the Seychelles Defence Academy from 09-20 March 2026.
- Participants: The contingent comprises of personnel from the ASSAM Regiment and participation from Indian Navy and Indian Air Force including INS Trikand and a C-130 aircraft.
- Features:
- The exercise aims to enhance synergy in Sub-conventional Operations within a Semi-Urban environment and strengthen cooperation and interoperability during Peacekeeping Operations.
- It will include Field Training Exercises, combat discussions, case studies, lectures, and demonstrations, culminating in a two-day Validation Exercise.
- It will also help build and promote bilateral military relations by exchanging skills, experiences, and best practices.
