Exercise SHAKTI Commences in Meghalaya

On 13th May, 2024, the 7th India-France Joint Military Exercise SHAKTI commenced in Meghalaya, focusing on enhancing joint military capabilities through various tactical drills.

Exercise SHAKTI aims to enhance the joint military capabilities of both nations to conduct multi-domain operations in a sub-conventional scenario under Chapter VII of the UN Mandate.
The exercise will focus on operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrains, aiming to achieve high physical fitness, refine tactical drills, and share best practices.
Tactical drills will include responses to terrorist actions, establishing a Joint Command Post, setting up an Intelligence & Surveillance Centre, securing helipads, and conducting Special Heliborne Operations, among others.
Exercise SHAKTI will foster interoperability, camaraderie, and defense cooperation between the armed forces of India and France, enhancing bilateral relations.