Strengthening India-Nepal Military Ties: Lt. Gen. Zubin A. Minwalla’s Visit to Nepal.

Lt. Gen. Zubin A. Minwalla, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 33 Corps and Colonel of the Regiment, 9 Gorkha Rifles, visited Nepal to further strengthen the longstanding defense cooperation between the Indian Army and the Nepalese Army.

During his visit, Lt. Gen. Minwalla called on General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of Army Staff, Nepalese Army, and Honorary General of the Indian Army, at Nepalese Army Headquarters in Kathmandu. Their discussions focused on enhancing military-to-military cooperation, fostering deeper strategic ties, and exploring new avenues for collaboration between the two armies.

Lt. Gen. Minwalla also had an extended interaction with the Maj Gen Pawan Raj Ghimire,General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Nepalese Army’s Eastern Division at his Headquarters. This engagement provided an opportunity to discuss regional security dynamics and strengthen coordination between the two forces.

As part of his visit, Lt. Gen. Minwalla also toured the Defence Wing’s Welfare Branch and the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) Polyclinic in Kathmandu, where he interacted with Nepalese ex-servicemen who have served in the Indian Army. He reaffirmed India’s commitment to the welfare of its ex-servicemen in Nepal and emphasized the importance of extending meaningful healthcare and support initiatives.

India and Nepal share deep-rooted historical and cultural ties, with a unique military relationship underscored by the service of thousands of Nepalese soldiers in the Indian Army. This visit reinforces the enduring defense partnership and highlights the shared commitment to regional stability and security.