Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi was on Thursday( 22 November) honoured with the prestigious title of Honourary General of the Nepali Army.

• This exchange of honourary generalship, a unique and cherished tradition between the Indian and Nepali Armies, highlights the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and military ties between the two nations.
• General Dwivedi's visit and the conferral of this honour will not only strengthen military ties but also serve as a reflection of the deep respect between the two countries' armed forces, further advancing the spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding, an official statement said.
• The tradition of conferring honourary generalships between the Indian and Nepali Armies dates back to the 1950s.
• Every three years, the Chief of the Indian Army is made an Honourary General of the Nepali Army, and vice versa.
• This practice reflects the mutual respect and enduring friendship between the two countries, particularly in the realms of military cooperation, defence collaboration, and shared strategic interests.