Over 100 Indian army soldiers in Sri Lanka for military exercise

An Indian Army contingent comprising 15 officers and 91  other ranks participating in the annual joint military exercise  ‘Mithrashakti’ arrived at the Mattala Airport on Monday, the Army said. 

The exercise ‘Mithrashakti’ commenced from August 12 and will continue until  August 25 at Maduru Oya. The Indian contingent, commanded by Colonel  Ravindra Alawat, will engage in the exercise along with 18 Officers and  102 other Ranks from the Sri Lanka Army representing the Gajaba  Regiment.   

This military exercise, conducted for the 10th consecutive  time, first commenced in 2012 and has alternated between Sri Lanka and  India over the years. It aims to enhance regional security through the  friendship and shared experiences of the two nations.