Kathmandu, Feb 26: The Embassy of Nepal in Bangladesh observed the 262nd Raising Day of the Nepali Army in the Embassy premises on Monday.
On the occasion, Nepali Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, stated that the Day served as a reminder of the unwavering dedication, loyalty, and service of the Nepali Army towards Nepal and Nepali people.
Also speaking on the military cooperation between Nepal and Bangladesh, Bhandari expressed confidence that such cooperation would contribute to further consolidating the friendly bilateral ties.
Military Attaché Colonel Anjan Keshar Khatri highlighted the role of the Nepali Army in safeguarding Nepal’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. He also shed light on the Nepali Army’s contributions to Nepal’s socio-economic development as well as on its role in maintaining international peace and security through UN peacekeeping.
Over 170 guests including government officials, ambassadors and heads of missions, high-ranking officers from the armed forces of Bangladesh, defence attaches, members of the diplomatic corps, business leaders, and representatives from the Nepali community in Bangladesh were present on the occasion, according to press statement released by the Embassy.
