INDIAN ARMY CONTINGENT DEPARTS FOR SEYCHELLES FOR JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE “EXERCISE LAMITIYE – 2024”
By PIB Delhi
Indian Army contingent departed for Seychelles today to participate in the Tenth edition of Joint Military Exercise “LAMITIYE-2024” between the Indian Army and Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF). The Joint Exercise will be conducted in Seychelles from 18-27 March 2024. ‘LAMITIYE’ meaning ‘Friendship’ in the Creole language is a biennial training event and has been conducted in Seychelles since 2001. 45 personnel each from the GORKHA RIFLES of the Indian Army and Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) will participate in the exercise.
The aim of the Exercise is to enhance interoperability in Sub-conventional Operations in Semi-Urban environments under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter on Peace Keeping Operations. The Exercise will enhance cooperation and interoperability between both sides during Peace Keeping Operations. The exercise will also build and promote bilateral military relations in addition to exchanging skills, experiences, and good practices between both armies
Both sides will jointly train, plan, and execute a series of well-developed tactical drills for neutralization of likely threats that may be encountered in the Semi-Urban environment while exploiting and showcasing new-generation equipment and technology. The 10-day-long Joint Exercise will include Field Training Exercise, combat discussions, lectures & demonstrations, which culminate with two days of Validation Exercise.
The exercise will contribute immensely to developing mutual understanding and magnify jointness between the troops of both Armies. The Exercise will also foster collaborative partnership and help in sharing best practices between the two sides.
