The exercise brought together personnel from the Indian Navy, Indian Army and Indian Air Force, along with a delegation from the Myanmar Defence Forces, to enhance operational interoperability, strengthen coordination and facilitate the exchange of best practices in disaster response operations.

The exercise commenced with a focus on joint planning and familiarisation with HADR capabilities. A Table-Top Exercise (TTX), based on a severe cyclone scenario, facilitated discussions on coordinated response mechanisms and joint disaster management protocols.

The participating contingents also witnessed demonstrations of obstacle clearance and bridge-laying capabilities by the Indian Army. They visited INS Sukanya to gain insights into the Indian Navy's shipborne HADR capabilities.

On the second day, the contingents witnessed demonstrations of the Indian Defence Forces' multi-domain HADR capabilities, highlighting coordinated response mechanisms across maritime, land and air domains.

INS Adyar and the Communication Network Centre in Chennai showcased shore-based disaster response arrangements and communication infrastructure supporting command and control during emergencies.

The Military Hospital in Chennai demonstrated field medical triage and the coordinated management of disaster relief camps.

The Indian Navy's Flood Relief Teams (FRT) showcased specialised equipment and capabilities for flood relief operations.

Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) capabilities were also demonstrated through coordinated manoeuvres involving a Chetak helicopter and INS Bitra.

The Indian Air Force showcased its casualty evacuation capabilities, with Commodore Aung Niang Win and two other officers from the Myanmar delegation onboard an IAF Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) during airborne operations.

The exercise provided an important platform for the Defence Forces of both countries to exchange operational experiences, share best practices and strengthen mutual understanding in planning and executing HADR operations.

It also enabled both sides to familiarise themselves with each other's capabilities and procedures, contributing to improved coordination during disaster response operations.

The successful conclusion of the inaugural exercise reinforces India's and Myanmar's commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and enhancing collective preparedness for disaster response. It also underscores the shared resolve of the two countries to contribute to regional stability, maritime cooperation and effective humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations.