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Exercise LAMITIYE

March 10, 2026

Indian Armed Forces contingent is participating in the eleventh edition of joint military Exercise “LAMITIYE-2026” with Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) in Seychelles.

About Exercise LAMITIYE:

  • It is the joint military exercise conducted between India and Seychelles.
    • LAMITIYE’ means ‘Friendship’ in the Creole language.
  • It is a biennial training event and has been conducted in Seychelles since 2001.
  • Participating Troop: The contingent comprises of personnel from the ASSAM Regiment and participation from Indian Navy and Indian Air Force including INS Trikand and a C-130 aircraft.
  • Exercise LAMITIYE 2026:
    • This edition marks a significant milestone with the participation of all three services of the Indian Armed Forces.
    • The exercise will strive to enhance synergy in the domains of Sub-conventional Operations in Semi-Urban environment and cooperation and interoperability between both the sides during Peace Keeping Operations.
    • Both sides will jointly train, plan and execute a series of tactical drills for neutralisation of likely threats that may be encountered in Semi-Urban environment, while exploiting and showcasing New Generation Equipment and technology.
    • It will include Field Training Exercises, combat discussions, case studies, lectures & demonstrations, culminating with Validation Exercise.

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