India–Seychelles Strengthen Defence Ties with ‘Exercise Lamitiye 2026’ | Y-Trendz
Seychelles | March 2026 — India and Seychelles have launched the 11th edition of the joint military exercise “Exercise Lamitiye 2026”, marking a significant step in strengthening
bilateral defence cooperation and operational coordination.What is Exercise Lamitiye?
“Lamitiye,” meaning “Friendship” in Creole, reflects the close strategic partnership between the two nations. The exercise is a biennial military drill conducted since 2001 between the Indian Armed Forces and the Seychelles Defence Forces.
Key Highlights of Lamitiye 2026
Conducted from March 9 to March 20, 2026 at the Seychelles Defence Academy
Marks the 11th edition of the joint exercise
Features tri-service participation from India — Army, Navy, and Air Force for the first time
Includes participation of:
Indian Army troops (including Assam Regiment)
Indian Navy warship INS Trikand
Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft
Focus Areas of the Exercise
The joint drills are designed to enhance:
Interoperability between forces
Sub-conventional operations in semi-urban environments
Counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism tactics
Peacekeeping coordination
Troops from both nations are engaging in:
Field training exercises
Tactical drills and combat discussions
Case studies and demonstrations
A final validation exercise to test operational readiness
Strategic Importance
Seychelles holds a crucial position in the Indian Ocean region, making it an important partner in India’s maritime security strategy. The exercise reinforces India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision and highlights growing defence ties in the region.
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Y-Trendz Insight
Exercise Lamitiye 2026 is more than a routine military drill—it signals India’s expanding strategic footprint in the Indian Ocean. With tri-service participation and advanced tactical coordination, the exercise reflects a shift toward integrated defence cooperation and regional security collaboration.
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