New Delhi, May 30 -- The maiden edition of Multilateral Exercise PRAGATI (Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region) 2026, conducted at Umroi Military Station, Meghalaya, concluded with a 72-hour validation exercise, showcasing the interoperability, mutual trust, and collective resolve of the participating armed forces to address common security challenges.

The event was attended by six Vice Chiefs and over 40 senior military officials from the 13 participating friendly foreign countries. Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, Vice Chief of the Army Staff, hosted the dignitaries from all participating countries.

PRAGATI brought together more than 400 troops from India, Bhutan, Cambodia, Malaysia, Mal...