Suprabal Janaewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Nepali Army to India from 11th to 14th December 2024 has marked a significant milestone in strengthening the long-standing ties between the Nepali Army and the Indian Army.
General Sigdel’s engagement focused on a visit to Indian defence industries in Pune followed by departure for Dehradun where he will review the prestigious passing out parade at the Indian military academy on 14th December 2024. After arrival at Dehradun, general Sigdel attended the reviewing officer’s dinner at the IMA.
The COAS, Nepali Army appreciated the “Atmanirbhar” initiative of the Indian Army and the contribution of the Indian Defence Industries in this direction. He also observed a static equipment display where he was introduced to the latest state of the equipment recently inducted into the Indian Army.
The visit resulted in agreements aimed at strengthening the operational and technological capabilities of the Nepali Army, including enhancing the scope of joint exercises. As part of the defense cooperation, General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS announced the handing over of a target practice drone and medical equipment related to Field Hospital to the Nepali Army.
