Fifty-one Ex-Indian Gurkha Army of Chitwan district have been honoured with 'Senior Warrior Award'.
At a programme jointly organised by Consulate General of India in Birgunj, and Ex-Servicemen Welfare Club on Saturday, 41 Ex-Indian Gurkha Army above 80 years were honoured.
On the occasion, former General Dr Prem Singh Bansyat said both Nepal and India should respect the contribution of Ex-Indian Gurkha Army.
The Ex-Indian Gurkha Army had played the role of bridge to maintain the friendly relations between the two countries.
Similarly, Consul General of Consulate General of India in Birgunj, Nitesh Kumar, mentioned that the Indian government would honour Ex-Indian Gurkha Army continuously.
He said the Consulate General of India in Birgunj, organised such programme for the first time and it would be continued.
The honoured Ex-Indian Gurkha Army expressed happiness for honouring them appreciating their contribution.
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