India, Myanmar conduct maiden tri-services exercise ‘Rahat Mitra’

• India and Myanmar conducted the maiden bilateral tri-services Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise — RAHAT MITRA — at Chennai on November 5 and 6.

• It brought together more than 300 personnel from all three services of both countries, reflecting their shared commitment to humanitarian cooperation and regional disaster response.

• Centred on the theme “Together for Humanity, Stronger through Partnership”, the exercise aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation, foster mutual trust and enhance coordination between the defence forces of both nations.

• The inaugural exercise provided an important platform for the Indian and Myanmar defence forces to engage in professional exchanges, share experiences and enhance interoperability in HADR operations. 

• Exercise Rahat Mitra marks an important step towards further strengthening defence cooperation and the longstanding bilateral relationship between India and Myanmar.

• The exercise reflects India’s commitment to its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and the strategic vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).