33rd Command and Staff Course Commences at Shivapuri Army College

Kathmandu. The 33rd Command and Staff Course has commenced at the Nepali Army's Command and Staff College in Shivapuri. During a special ceremony held on Tuesday, Lieutenant General Pradeep Jung K.C. inaugurated the training program.

Inaugurating the course, Lieutenant General K.C. stated that the training would play a vital role in facilitating the exchange of experiences among the participating officers. He noted that upon completion, the officers would be capable of analyzing international, regional, and domestic security environments to develop practical strategic plans.

The training, aimed at developing the staff and leadership capabilities of mid-level officers, includes 92 participants. This includes 79 officers from the Nepali Army, including 4 women. Additionally, 3 participants each are from the Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and the National Investigation Department.

The course also features 2 officers from China, and one officer each from the United States, United Kingdom, Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Maldives, Nigeria, and Pakistan.

Since its establishment on 14 Poush 2049 B.S., the college has trained 1,507 officers to date.

This total includes 1,308 officers from the Nepali Army, 17 from the Nepal Police, 29 from the Armed Police Force, 20 from the National Investigation Department, 1 from the Ministry of Defence, and 132 officers from various other nations.