Nepali Army senior officer promotions

Chief of Army Staff Ashok Raj Sigdel has formally conferred rank insignia upon several senior officers of the Nepali Army during a ceremony at the force's headquarters, Jangi Adda. The event served as the official recognition for recent advancements within the military hierarchy, which were initially approved by administrative authorities on October 8. Among the promoted personnel is Purna Bahadur Khatri, who has been elevated to the rank of Major General. Additionally, three officers who were promoted from Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel received their new insignia from the Army Chief during the proceedings. The ceremony was attended by the families of the promoted officers and various high-ranking military officials. The Nepali Army’s Directorate of Public Relations and Information confirmed the details of the event, marking the formal completion of the promotion process for these senior staff members.