The visit reflects the deep-rooted and time-tested ties between India and Bhutan, and reaffirms India’s commitment to a close and trusted partner, a press statement said
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Monday (June 30, 2025) departed for Bhutan on a four-day official visit aimed at further enhancing the defence cooperation between the two countries.
During the visit, the Army chief will call on Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the King of Bhutan and hold discussions with Lieutenant General Batoo Tshering, Chief Operations Officer of the Royal Bhutan Army. The chief will also interact with senior officials of the Indian Embassy, Indian Military Training Team (IMTRAT) and Project DANTAK.
The visit reflects the deep-rooted and time-tested ties between India and Bhutan, and reaffirms India’s commitment to a close and trusted partner, a press statement said.
The Army chief’s trip to the neighbouring country comes in the backdrop of Operation Sindoor conducted in May.