India, Sept. 2 -- The 14th edition of the India - Thailand joint military Exercise Maiatree-XIV commenced with a grand opening ceremony at Joint Training Node (JTN), Umroi, Meghalaya, on Tuesday.

The exercise is being conducted from September 1 to September 14.

"The bilateral exercise is part of the ongoing military-to-military exchange programme between the two countries and aims to enhance cooperation, interoperability and mutual understanding between the Indian Army and Royal Thai Army," reaad a statement issued by the Indian government.

The 13th edition of the exercise was held at Fort Vachiraprakan in Tak Province, Thailand.

The Indian Army contingent comprising 120 personnel, is being represented by a Battalion of the Madras Reg...