Armed Police Force Nepal, Unit No. 15, honored five personnel with cash awards for rescuing 89 passengers stranded in the Roshi River following heavy rain on April 21. Deputy Inspector General Anjanikumar Pokharel, speaking at the unit’s 24th anniversary event, urged everyone to uphold discipline, dedication, and a spirit of public service to strengthen the organization. Chief District Officer Gopal Kumar Adhikari and Roshi Rural Municipality Chairperson Dinesh Lama both praised the Armed Police for their significant and commendable role during disasters. The event took place on April 24 in Kavrepalanchok.
Due to floods caused by rain on the night of April 21, passengers were trapped between Laskot, Roshi-7, and Ghumaune River along the BP Highway. The Armed Police rescue team was recognized and awarded cash for their courageous efforts in evacuating 89 passengers from five microbuses. The honored personnel from Armed Police Force, Nepal Unit No. 15, headquartered in Kavrepalanchok, included Assistant Inspector Bharat Nyaupane, Havildar Shrikrishna Karki, Havildar Buddhi Khadka, Assistant Havildar Kiran Kunwar, and Ashokjung Danuwar.
The five officers were commended for their exemplary display of bravery and professional skills that ensured the smooth and successful completion of the rescue operation, thereby enhancing the organization’s reputation. Additionally, Prashant Tamang, in charge of Panchkhal Police Post, and Indra Bahadur Raut, in charge of Devitar Police Station, were also felicitated. The rescue mission was led by Deputy Superintendent Ganpati Madhav Regmi and took place amidst rising river flows following continuous rain since the evening of April 21.
The 24th anniversary celebration of the Armed Police Force Nepal Unit No. 15, headquartered in Kavrepalanchok, featured the inauguration by Deputy Inspector General Anjanikumar Pokharel. He emphasized the Armed Police Force’s vital role in national security, disaster management, and citizen protection. Pokharel stressed the importance of reinforcing discipline, dedication to duty, and public service to make the organization more effective, calling on everyone to take responsibility in this regard. Chief District Officer Gopal Kumar Adhikari highlighted the force’s crucial involvement in maintaining peace and security and in carrying out rescue and relief efforts during disasters. Roshi Rural Municipality Chairperson Dinesh Lama pointed out that cooperation between local authorities and security agencies has directly benefited citizens, praising the Armed Police Force’s commendable performance during emergencies and disasters.
