Message from Patron

Message from, Patron!

As the Patron of Eminent Defence Academy Pokhara, I’m honored to offer my best wishes and support to all of you dedicated to serving the nation. With my experience as a retired Brigadier General and writer of guides for aspiring officers and professionals in the Army, Police, APF, NID, and Public Service, I understand the importance of preparation, discipline, and the right attitude.

Each one of you has the potential to make a difference in your chosen field. The journey ahead may be challenging, but with dedication and focus, you can achieve great things. Remember that true strength comes from a combination of knowledge, skill, and a strong sense of purpose. Work hard, stay committed, and build the character required to serve with pride and integrity.

As part of this academy, you have excellent guidance and resources at your disposal. Take advantage of every opportunity to learn and grow. You represent not just yourselves but also the values and honor of our nation. I wish you all success, resilience, and courage as you move forward on this path. Keep striving, and remember that your efforts are building a brighter future for Nepal.

Brigadier General
Ram Chandra (RC) Khatry
(Nepal Army-R)

Biography of our Patron !

🏡 Address:

  • Paternal: Thamarjung Village, Modi Rural Municipality, Parbat District, Gandaki Province, Nepal
  • Present: Pragati Mukh Marg, Kimdol Tole, Swoyambhu, Kathmandu, Nepal

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Status:

  • Father: Hari Bahadur Khatry
  • Mother: Devi Kumari Khatry
  • Wife: Bina GC Khatry
  • Son: Abanish Khatry
  • Daughter: Abiranjali Khatry

🎓 Education:

  • MPA, B.Sc., BA (TU, Nepal)
  • MDMS – Master Degree in Military Strategy (China)
  • PSC (Nepali Army)

💼 Profession:

  • Role: Army Infantry Officer (Retired after 33 years of service)
  • Commissioned: Indian Military Academy in 1993
  • Current: Temporary Lecturer, Department of International Relations & Diplomacy, TU, Kirtipur

📜 Trainings, Seminars, Workshops & Exercises:

  • 🇮🇳 Army Officer Commissioning Training (1993, India)
  • 💥 Infantry Commando Course (1995, Nepal)
  • 📡 RSO Communication Course (1996, Nepal)
  • 🗣️ PSYOPS & Civil Affairs Course (2000, Nepal)
  • 🧭 Company Commander Course (1998, Nepal)
  • 🌏 Defence Diplomacy Seminar (2023, India)
  • 🌐 UN Protection of Civilians Course (Malaysia & Sudan)
  • 🌳 Nature Conservation Training (2013, Nepal)
  • 💻 Media Management Course (2011, Nepal)
  • 🤝 Gender Equality Course (2011, Nepal)
  • 🛡️ Various Humanitarian and Disaster Response Exercises (Nepal & India)
  • 🗺️ Strategic and Security Seminars (Nepal, China, India)

🌍 UN Missions:

  • 🇨🇩 MONUC-DR Congo: G3 Operation Officer
  • 🇱🇷 UNMIL-Liberia: Military Observer
  • 🇸🇩 UNAMID-Sudan: Chief G3 Ops at Sector HQ

🕊️ Special Assignments:

  • 🌏 Military Attaché (India, Sri Lanka & Maldives, 2021-2024)
  • 🏅 Battalion & Company Commander (Nepali Army)
  • 📘 Lecturer for “Strategic Studies” (TU, Nepal)

🤲 Social Services:

  • 🇹🇷 Relief to Turkish Earthquake Victims (2023)
  • ✍️ Everest Online Competitions for Diplomat Families (2021-22)
  • 📚 Books & Stationery Donations (Nepal & India, 2018-24)
  • 🍲 Support to Orphanage in Jitpurphdi (2015)
  • 🏆 Hari-Ram Memorial Quiz Contest (2013, Nepal)

📖 Publications:

  • For Army: Cadet Capsule, Mindset Capsule, Bullet Capsule
  • For Police: Inspector Capsule, ASI Capsule, Prahari Jawan Capsule
  • For APF: APF Inspector Capsule, Helmet, APF ASI Capsule
  • For NID: Jasus Capsule, Intelligence & Security Capsule
  • For Public Service: Foreign Service Capsule, IQ Master, Doctor Capsule
  • For UN: UN Capsule, Diplomat Capsule

🏅 Awards:

  • 🏆 Sukreeti Medal
  • 🕊️ UN Peace Medal
  • 🌲 Nature Conservation Medal
  • ⚕️ Disaster Relief Medal
  • 🏅 Lifetime Service Medal
  • 🌍 Foreign Service Medal
  • 📜 Remote Area Service Medal

✈️ Countries Visited:

USA, UK, France, China, India, Bangladesh, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, DR Congo, Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda, Ghana, Sudan, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Ivory Coast