400 military personnel from 12 nations take part in PRAGATI 2026 in Meghalaya

NEW DELHI: The maiden edition of multinational joint military exercise PRAGATI 2026 has brought together 400 military personnel from 12 friendly nations in a shared commitment towards regional peace, security and cooperation.

The exercise, which started at Umroi in Meghalaya on May 20, witnessed mixed teams training in semi-mountainous and jungle terrain, undertaking rock craft, ambush and counter-ambush drills, slithering, jungle lane shooting, and bus intervention. Sniper and AK-203 firing competitions have also been conducted to enhance operational proficiency, confidence, and professional understanding among the participants.

The military drill has also focused on strengthening camaraderie and military bonding through sports and informal interactions. Exercise PRAGATI 2026 continues to strengthen collective readiness, deepen military-to-military cooperation, and build enduring bonds among regional partners.

In a separate incident, the Indian Army, under the aegis of the Spear Corps, conducted a special yoga session at Aalo in the West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on May 23. The event also highlighted the importance of yoga in building physical fitness, inner balance, discipline and positivity in daily life. It provided a meaningful platform for youth engagement and interaction between Army personnel and local students.