New Delhi, March 19 -- The 11th edition of Joint Military Exercise Lamitiye 2026, culminated in Seychelles. The exercise brought together the Indian Armed Forces and the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) to enhance interoperability, operational synergy and mutual understanding in semi-urban and maritime security scenarios.
Meaning 'Friendship' in Creole, the exercise reflects the deep-rooted defence partnership between the two nations, with integrated participation from the SDF's Coast Guard, Air Force and Special Operations Unit alongside Indian contingents, including the deployment of INS Trikand for maritime operations.
During the course of the exercise, both sides undertook detailed joint planning, coordination and execution of operatio...