Joint military exercise of 13 nations begins in Meghalaya, focus on counter-terrorism operations
A joint military exercise involving 13 nations has commenced in Meghalaya, focusing on counter-terrorism operations. The two-week event, named 'PRAGATI 2026', aims to enhance military cooperation and operational proficiency among participating countries. It also showcases India's defense capabilities and promotes knowledge exchange under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
- ▪The exercise involves defense personnel from Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam.
- ▪Activities include joint planning exercises, tactical drills, and operations in challenging terrains.
- ▪The event aims to strengthen military ties and establish mechanisms for intelligence sharing among the nations.
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A joint military exercise comprising defence personnel from 13 countries began in Meghalaya on Wednesday (May 20, 2026) with a focus on counter-terrorism operations, officials said.Defence PRO Lieutenant Colonel Mahender Rawat told Press Trust of India (PTI) that multilateral military exercise 'PRAGATI 2026' (Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region) commenced at Umroi Military Station with the participation of 12 friendly nations — Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Vietnam. Rajnath Singh calls on defence forces, industry, and labs to act as one"The two-week exercise will focus on counter-terrorism operations in semi-mountainous and jungle terrain.
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