For the first time in nearly seven years, Nepalese Army would soon purchase essential defence equipment, possibly from India.
A meeting headed by Chairman of Council of Ministers, has made a decision to this effect on Friday, Cabinet sources said. Earlier, the Special Committee for the Integration and Rehabilitation of Maoist combatants had decided to clear the way for the Government to acquire necessary weapons.
Prior to this, Nepal Army was barred from purchasing weapons as per Comprehensive Peace Accord signed between Maoists and Government in 2006. According to media reports, India had agreed to provide necessary military supplies to Nepal as per its request.