Naval Exercise 'Ektha'

• Divers and Marine Commandos of the Indian Navy along with the Maldivian National Defense Force are participating in the 6th edition of Exercise 'EKTHA'.

• The exercise will be conducted in the Maldives from June 4 to July 3.

• Its main objective is to enhance interoperability between the two navies.

• It will enhance cooperation in diving and special operations and counter-terrorism, maritime security, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations.

• The 'Ekatha' exercise includes joint exercises, workshops, seminars, tabletop exercises and specialized training in various combat related activities.

• The fifth edition of the exercise was conducted from 5 Sep 2022 to 3 Oct 2022.