Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 16 (JKNS): The two-week-long joint military exercise Ekuverin between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF) concluded successfully with a joint validation exercise in Thiruvananthapuram, marking a significant step toward enhancing interoperability and operational coordination between the two friendly nations in counter-insurgency and counter-terror operations.
The bilateral military Exercise EKUVERIN, conducted between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Forces (MNDF), concluded with a joint validation exercise at Thiruvananthapuram yesterday. This marked the end of two weeks of intensive training focused on Counter Insurgency and Counter Terrorist operations in contemporary operational environments.
The validation phase was witnessed by Major General RD Sharma from the Indian Army and Brigadier General Abdulla Ibrahim from the Maldivian side, along with observer delegations from both nations.
The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability, operational synergy and tactical coordination between the two forces in sub-conventional conflict scenarios. Key training activities included cordon and search operations, room intervention drills, small team tactics, reflex firing and close-quarter battle techniques, all designed to improve precision, speed and effectiveness during counter-terror operations.
Special emphasis was placed on amphibious drills, intelligence-led operations, real-time decision-making and joint mission planning under dynamic operational conditions. Both sides rehearsed handling of explosives, demolition techniques and advanced field craft, strengthening their capabilities to neutralise threats and secure sensitive areas.
The culmination exercise successfully validated all laid-down training objectives. Senior officers from both sides expressed satisfaction with the high level of proficiency and professionalism displayed by the participating contingents.
Exercise EKUVERIN reaffirmed the commitment of India and Maldives to strengthening professional military cooperation and enhancing peace and security in the Indian Ocean Region. (JKNS)
