India and Myanmar conducted their first bilateral Tri-Services Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, ‘RAHAT MITRA’, in Chennai, marking a significant step towards strengthening defence cooperation and enhancing coordination in humanitarian and disaster response operations between the two neighbouring countries.
The maiden exercise was conducted over two days, concluding on November 6. Centred on the theme ‘Together for Humanity, Stronger through Partnership’, it aims to deepen bilateral cooperation, build mutual trust and improve operational coordination between the armed forces of both nations.
More than 300 personnel from the Army, Navy and Air Force of India and Myanmar participated in the exercise. It provided a common platform for the defence forces of both countries to engage in professional exchanges, share operational experiences and strengthen interoperability in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations.
Coordinated under the aegis of the Indian Navy, Exercise RAHAT MITRA is expected to enhance the preparedness of both countries to respond collectively to humanitarian emergencies and natural disasters.
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