Seventh Indo-Maldives joint military exercise EKUVERIN begins

The seventh edition of EKUVERIN commenced on 15 December 2016 at Kadhdhoo, Laamu Atoll, Maldives. The exercise will conclude on 28 December 2016.

The Exercise EKUVERIN is a 14 day platoon level joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Force. The exercise is conducted on a yearly basis.

Key highlights

• The exercise aims at conducting military training with emphasis on amphibious and counter insurgency/ counter terrorism operations.

• It also aims at enhancing interoperability between the two armies.

• The contingents taking part in the exercise comprises of platoon strength from BIHAR Regiment and a similar strength of the Maldivian National Defence Force.

• The previous edition of the exercise was held in India at Trivandrum, Kerala. It was held for fifteen days between 31 August and 13 September 2015.