New Delhi || 12-12-2024
The President of India, Droupadi Murmu conferred the Honorary Rank of General of the Indian Army on Suprabal Janasewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff, Nepali Army, at a special Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today for his commendable military prowess and immeasurable contribution to further fostering Nepal’s long and friendly association with India.
Suprabal Janasewashree General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Nepali Army, continued his official visit to India today, marking a historic and symbolic moment in Nepal-India defence relations. On the second day of his visit, General Sigdel was conferred with the Honorary Rank of General of the Indian Army, a unique and cherished tradition between the two armies that further strengthens the military ties. General Sigdel also called on Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, before departing for Pune.
As part of the ceremony, General Sigdel was formally bestowed with a new appellation as the Honorary General of the Indian Army, with a change in his rank plate, a gesture that underscores the deep mutual respect and the strengthening of defence relations. This prestigious recognition is a testament to the leadership and significant contributions of General Sigdel in fostering greater defence cooperation between Nepal and India.
