Exercise 'Rahat Mitra'

  • 09 Nov 2026

The inaugural India-Myanmar bilateral tri-services HADR exercise 'Rahat Mitra' concluded in Chennai on November 6, 2026. The two-day event enhanced operational interoperability and disaster response coordination between both nations' defense forces.

Key Highlights

  • Joint Capabilities: Featured table-top exercises for severe cyclone response and joint planning.
  • Demonstrations: Showcased Indian Army obstacle clearance, Indian Air Force casualty evacuation, and Navy Flood Relief Teams alongside maritime SAR maneuvers.
  • Infrastructure Visits: Delegations inspected INS Sukanya, coastal response systems at INS Adyar, and field medical camp setups at Military Hospital, Chennai.