Archive · 16 Aug 2026
COAS Gen Dhiraj Seth's Nepal Visit Strengthens Defence Cooperation
The head of India's army, General Dhiraj Seth, is going on a special trip to Nepal.
He wants to make sure India and Nepal stay close friends.
Nepal is a neighboring country of India.
During his visit, he will meet Nepali army leaders.
He will also take part in special ceremonies.
Nepal's President will give him a special honorary army title.
This is an old tradition between the two countries' armies.
He will also meet old soldiers and thank some brave families.
The visit lasts from August 17 to 19.
When two countries' armies work together, it helps keep everyone safe.
Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth departed on an official visit to Nepal from August 17 to 19.
The visit aims to further strengthen close defence cooperation and military-to-military ties between India and Nepal.
Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel will confer the Honorary Rank of General of the Nepali Army on General Seth at an Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan.
General Seth will address student officers of the Army Command and Staff Course at Shivapuri and attend an Ex-Servicemen Rally at Pokhara.
The Ministry of Defence said the visit underscores deep-rooted historical, cultural and military ties, including the 'Roti Beti Ka Rishta' bond between India and Nepal.
- Who
- General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of India
- What
- An official visit to Nepal to strengthen defence cooperation, during which General Seth will receive the Honorary Rank of General of the Nepali Army
- When
- August 17 to 19
- Where
- Nepal, including Kathmandu (Tundikhel, Nepali Army Headquarters, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Shivapuri) and Pokhara
- Why
- To further strengthen close defence cooperation and military-to-military ties between India and Nepal
- Visitor
- General Dhiraj Seth, Chief of the Army Staff, Indian Army
- Destination
- Nepal
- Visit Dates
- August 17-19
- Purpose
- Strengthen India-Nepal defence cooperation and military-to-military ties
- Key Honour
- Honorary Rank of General of the Nepali Army conferred by President Ramchandra Paudel
- Ceremony Venue
- Rashtrapati Bhawan (Nepal)
- Key Events
- Wreath at Army Pavilion Tundikhel; Ex-Servicemen Rally at Pokhara
- Shared Bond
- 'Roti Beti Ka Rishta' between India and Nepal