INDIA AND MYANMAR COMMENCE INAUGURAL TRI-SERVICES JOINT HADR EXERCISE 'RAHAT MITRA'

India and Myanmar commenced the maiden bilateral Tri-Services HADR exercise 'RAHAT MITRA' at Chennai on 05 Nov 2026.

• The exercise is being conducted from 05 to 06 Nov 2026.
• It brings together more than 300 personnel from all three services of both countries.
• The exercise is coordinated under the aegis of the Indian Navy.
• It reflects India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' policy and the MAHASAGAR strategic vision.