Army Chief General Manoj Pande proceeds on his Bhutan visit, starting today

New Delhi, Jul 29: Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande on Friday proceeded on a visit to Bhutan to enhance the unique and time-tested bilateral relationship, characterised by utmost trust, goodwill and mutual understanding.

 

 

 

 

The Indian Army posted on their Twitter account saying, "General Manoj Pande COAS proceeded on a visit to Bhutan. The visit will further cement the historical bilateral ties and Defence Cooperation between India and Bhutan." According to the statement, the Army Chief will pay homage at the National Memorial Chorten at Thimpu, built in the memory of the third King of Bhutan, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk.

 

 

 

 

 

According to the official statement of the Army, during his visit, the COAS is scheduled to meet Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuckand and Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The Army Chief will also engage in extensive discussions with his counterpart in the Royal Bhutan Army to exchange views on taking forward the strong cultural and professional bonds between both the Armies.

 

 

As per the statement, the Army Chief will conclude his visit by paying homage at the Druk Wangyal Khang Zhang Chortens at Dochula, which were established in honour of the fallen heroes of the Royal Bhutan Army who made the supreme sacrifice in operations against insurgents.