Chief of Army Staff Sigdel Highlights Nepali Army's Role in National Sovereignty

Lumbini. Chief of Army Staff Ashok Raj Sigdel has stated that the Nepali Army has made unparalleled contributions throughout history to maintain the country's independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, autonomy, and national unity.

He reminded that it is a shared responsibility to preserve the Nepali Army's historical traditions while further developing it into a capable institution that can face present and future challenges, passing it on to future generations.

Inaugurating the Ex-Servicemen's Conference organized by the Nepali Army at the Mid-Western Headquarters in Butwal today, Chief of Army Staff Sigdel noted that the Army's role in defending national sovereignty, internal security, development, disaster management, and international peacekeeping has established it as a reliable and respected institution both at home and abroad.

He mentioned that the high professional competence, character, and efficiency displayed by the Nepali Army in ensuring a safe and fearless environment during the recently concluded general elections have been widely praised, and he acknowledged the significant contribution of retired ex-servicemen in this endeavor.

“We carry a living and proud history shaped by the sacrifices, penance, martyrdom, sense of duty, and unwavering patriotism of our brave ancestors,” he said. “Military discipline, the military chain of command, the apolitical nature of the organization, the spirit of unity, and the tradition of remaining focused on organizational goals have made our history even more glorious.”

Chief of Army Staff Sigdel stated that the Ex-Servicemen's Conference and reunion program is not just a gathering for retired soldiers and their families, but an opportunity to strengthen emotional bonds, understand the real problems of beneficiaries, improve welfare programs, and make future policies and programs more practical.

He mentioned that the Nepali Army Welfare Board is working to create and expand a network to bring beneficiaries across the country under one umbrella, and that a campaign to expand this national network down to the ward level based on the number of beneficiaries is being accelerated.