Meghalaya: India - Thailand joint military exercise MAITREE

Meghalaya: India - Thailand joint military exercise MAITREE - XIV commences in Meghalaya

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02 Sep 2025, 23:40 GMT+10

New Delhi [India], September 2 (ANI): The 14th edition of the India-Thailand joint military Exercise MAITREE-XIV commenced with a grand opening ceremony at Joint Training Node (JTN), Umroi, Meghalaya, on Tuesday, an official statement said.

According to a release from the Ministry of Defence, the exercise is being conducted from September 1st to 14th. 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. 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 Regiment. The Royal Thai Army contingent, comprising 53 personnel, is represented by the 1st Infantry Battalion, 14th Infantry Brigade.

The joint exercise will focus on company-level counter-terrorist operations in semi-urban terrain under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. The two-week programme includes tactical drills, joint planning, special arms skills, physical fitness and raiding operations. The exercise will culminate with a 48-hour validation exercise, simulating realistic operational scenarios.

Exercise MAITREE, instituted in 2006, is one of the important joint training exercises between India and Thailand. The current edition further reinforces the bilateral defence cooperation and reflects the shared commitment of both Armies towards peace, stability and security in the region. (ANI)

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