CHIEF OF
ARMY STAFF SUCCESSFUL VIS TO BHUTAN
28 TO 30
AUG 2012
New Delhi : Bhadrapada 08, 1934
Thursday, Aug 30, 2012
In his three days visit to Bhutan, General Bikram Singh,
COAS participated in various events and interacted with several important
dignitaries.
On 29 Aug 2012, the COAS, after laying a wreath at the
National memorial called on the King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel
Wangchuk. The COAS was accorded a traditional welcome including a guard
of honour before the interaction. The Chief thereafter called on the Prime
Minister of Bhutan Shri Lyonchhen Jigmi Yoezer Thinley, which was followed by
lunch at Dechhenchholing Palace. The discussions with the King and the PM were
held in a very cordial and friendly atmosphere.
The COAS also visited Indian Military Training Team
(IMTRAT) on 30 Aug 2012. The programme included a visit to Wangchuk Lo
Dzong Military School (WLDMS) where he reviewed the training being imparted to
students from Royal Bhutan Army.
The COAS returned to India on 30 Aug 2012.
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