Nepali Army always committed to upholding national unity: CoAS Sigdel

Summary

Chief of the Army Staff Ashok Raj Sigdel reaffirmed the Nepali Army's commitment to national unity and highlighted its historic contributions and current challenges.

Key Points
  • Chief of the Army Staff Ashok Raj Sigdel emphasized the Nepali Army's commitment to safeguarding national unity.
  • The Nepali Army has a 263-year history of protecting the country's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
  • The Army Chief highlighted the Army's role in internal security, development support, disaster management, and international peacekeeping missions.
  • Economic slowdown and reduced troop numbers in peacekeeping missions pose challenges to the Nepali Army Welfare Board's programs.
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