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EX-SAMPRITI-X

Why in the News?

  • The 10th edition of the SAMPRITI exercise was recently concluded.

About 

  • Exercise SAMPRITI is a bilateral Joint Military Exercise between India and Bangladesh which started off in 2009.
  • The aim of the exercise was to strengthen the military relations between the two countries.
  • The exercise also provides an opportunity for both the Armies to understand each other’s tactical drills, operational techniques and also share their experience in Counter Insurgency/Counter Terrorism, Peace Keeping and Disaster Relief Operation under the United Nations mandate.
  • The exercise is conducted alternately by both countries.
  • The 10th edition named “EX SAMPRITI-X” was conducted at Jashore Military Station in Bangladesh.