11th Edition of Exercise EKUVERIN is being conducted at Kadhdhoo Island, Maldives from 06 to 19 December 2021. The Exercise Ekuverin is a joint military exercise held between the armies of India and Maldives.

The word ‘Ekuverin’ means ‘Friends’ in Dhivehi, an Indo-Aryan language spoken in Maldives and Lakshadweep
The Ekuverin Exercise between India and Maldives is being conducted since 2009. This joint military exercise is held alternatively in India and Maldives.

In 2019, the tenth edition of the Exercise Ekuverin was held in Pune in Maharashtra and in 2018 the exercise was held in Maldives.

Exercise Ekuverin 2021
• The 2021 Exercise Ekuverin is being held in Maldives.
• The exercise is set to enhance synergy & inter-operability between armed forces of both the countries in terms of understanding transnational terrorism both on land & at sea, conducting Counter Terrorism & Counter Insurgency Operations and sharing best military practices and experiences.
• Besides rigorous training, the joint military exercise will also include cultural and sports activities to enhance defence cooperation and bilateral relations.
• The 2021 Exercise Ekuverin will go a long way in strengthening India’s relations with Maldives amidst emerging security dynamics in the Indian Ocean Region.