The Indian Army is hosting the first edition of multinational military exercise PRAGATI at the Foreign Training Node in Umroi, Meghalaya, from May 18 to 31, 2026. The exercise brings together military contingents from 12 Friendly Foreign Countries, marking a major step towards strengthening regional defence cooperation and collective security in the Indian Ocean Region.
PRAGATI, which stands for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region, reflects the shared vision of participating nations to promote peace, stability, and strategic collaboration. The exercise focuses on enhancing interoperability among participating armies through joint training, tactical drills, and exchange of operational experiences.
The multinational exercise aims to improve coordination in areas such as humanitarian assistance, disaster relief operations, counter-terrorism strategies, and peacekeeping missions. By training together, the participating forces will gain a better understanding of each other’s operational methods and strengthen mutual trust.
Set against the backdrop of Meghalaya’s scenic landscape, the exercise also highlights India’s growing role in promoting regional security partnerships. The Indian Army stated that PRAGATI symbolizes a collective commitment toward collaborative growth, regional stability, and a secure Indo-Pacific environment.
Military experts believe that such multinational engagements are important in today’s evolving security landscape, where cooperation among friendly nations plays a key role in addressing emerging threats and ensuring maritime and regional security.
The first edition of Exercise PRAGATI is expected to pave the way for stronger defence ties and future collaborative initiatives among the participating countries.
