Forty-one Ex-Indian Gurkha Army of Chitwan district have been honored with 'Senior Warrior Award'.

At a program jointly organized by Consulate General of India in Birgunj, and Ex-Servicemen Welfare Club on Saturday, 41 Ex-Indian Gurkha Army above 80 years were honored.

On the occasion, former General Dr Prem Singh Bansyat said both Nepal and India should respect the contribution of the 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 said that the Indian government would honor the Ex-Indian Gurkha Army continuously.

He said the Consulate General of India in Birgunj, organized such a program for the first time and it would be continued.

The honored Ex-Indian Gurkha Army expressed happiness for honoring them appreciating their contribution.