Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The multilateral military exercise PRAGATI 2026 began at the Umroi Military Station located in Meghalaya on May 20, 2026. PRAGATI stands for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region. The two-week exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations in semi-mountainous and jungle terrain. A total of 12 friendly foreign nations, including Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and Indonesia, are participating alongside India. The exercise also highlights the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative by showcasing indigenous defence technologies and equipment, while promoting joint planning, intelligence sharing, and tactical cooperation among participating armies.