Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

The ‘Ekuverin’ exercise involves military personnel from India and the Maldives, reflecting a long-standing defence partnership built over years of collaboration. This edition includes 45 participants from India’s Garhwal Rifles and an equal number from the Maldives National Defence Force, working together to strengthen coordination in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations. The training covers diverse terrains such as jungles, semi-urban zones, and coastal regions. Conducted alternately in both countries since 2009, the exercise highlights mutual trust, operational cooperation, and India’s continued commitment to its “Neighbourhood First” policy, ensuring regional stability and stronger bilateral ties.