International, Defence and Summits · 6 November 2026
India and Myanmar Launch First-Ever Tri-Services HADR Exercise 'RAHAT MITRA' in Chennai
Exam-focused facts from the 6 November 2026 current affairs briefing.
Key facts
- India and Myanmar commenced the maiden bilateral Tri-Services Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise 'RAHAT MITRA' at Chennai on 05 November 2026.
- The exercise, coordinated under the aegis of the Indian Navy, is being conducted from 05 to 06 November 2026.
- More than 300 personnel from all three services of both countries are participating in the exercise.
- The exercise is centred on the theme 'Together for Humanity, Stronger through Partnership'.
- It reflects India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and the strategic vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).