Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi’s five-day official visit to Nepal has culminated in stronger defence and bilateral ties. He returned to New Delhi on Sunday after a resoundingly successful visit, army said here.
The visit, which exceeded all stated objectives, further solidified the robust defence cooperation, cultural ties, and mutual respect between the two nations. It underscored the shared commitment of the Indian and Nepali Armies to fostering peace, security, and partnership in the region.
During his visit, the Army chief engaged extensively with Nepal's political and military leadership. He held high-level meetings with President of Nepal Ram Chandra Paudel, Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli and Defence Minister Manbir Rai.
He also engaged in meaningful discussions with General Ashok Raj Sigdel, chief of Nepal Army along with other senior military officers. These interactions were characterised by exceptional openness and mutual respect, reflecting the shared commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
Strengthening India-Nepal ties was a central theme of the visit. General Upendra Dwivedi and his Nepalese counterpart discussed aspects of mutual interest and avenues to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation.
General Dwivedi was briefed by the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of the Nepali Army and engaged in high-level discussions with other senior military leaders. These discussions focused on enhancing military bonds, joint exercises, training cooperation, and capability development, reinforcing the shared commitment to global peace and security. As a gesture of friendship between the two armies, the Indian Army presented Valour Mount horses and Sentinel dogs to the Nepali Army.
General Dwivedi was conferred the Honorary Rank of General of the Nepali Army by President Paudel. This unique tradition underscores the deep-rooted historical and cultural ties between the Indian and Nepali Armies.
Enlightening the future leaders at the Nepal Army Command and Staff College in Shivapuri, the visiting Army chief delivered a lecture on “The Changing Character of War”.
He emphasised on strengthening and deepening the engagements for mutually building the competencies & capabilities of both Armies.
He attended an Ex-Servicemen Rally at the Pension Paying Office in Pokhara, interacting with Gorkha veterans and Veer Naris of the Indian Army. The bond between the veterans and the Indian Army was very visible and thriving, reflecting their strong ties.
This visit, marked by comprehensive discussions and mutual respect, has reinforced the strong partnership between the Indian and Nepali Armies. The outcomes of the visit are expected to usher in a new era of collaboration, with a greater focus on defence cooperation, cultural exchange, and regional security.
