Born in Rupandehi, Nepal
Ashok Raj Sigdel
अशोक राज सिग्देल
Chief of the Army Staff of Nepal, whose command took on a central role during the 2025 Gen Z protests and political transition
Currently Chief of the Army Staff, Nepali Army
About
Ashok Raj Sigdel joined the Nepali Army in 1987. Over almost 40 years, he led battalions, brigades, and divisions. He trained with both the Indian and Chinese militaries.
In September 2024, he became the 45th Chief of the Army Staff. A year later, in September 2025, large protests broke out in Nepal. People called them the Gen Z protests. Nepal’s President and Prime Minister both resigned. During this time, the army played a central role in moving the country toward a temporary government.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1967-02-01
- Birthplace
- Rupandehi, Nepal
- Profession
- Military officer
- Current role
- Chief of the Army Staff, Nepali Army
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Alive
Current roles
Chief of the Army Staff
Nepali Army · since 2024-09-09
Previous roles
Acting Chief of the Army Staff
Nepali Army · 2024-08–2024-09-09
Career & life timeline
- 1967-02-01
- 1987
Began his service in the Nepali Army
- 2024-08-28
Appointed the incoming Chief of the Army Staff, succeeding Prabhu Ram Sharma
- 2024-09-09
Formally assumed office as the 45th Chief of the Army Staff of the Nepali Army
- 2025-09
Led the Nepali Army through the September 2025 Gen Z protests, a period in which the military played a central role amid the resignations of the President and Prime Minister
Achievements
Honorary rank of General of the Indian Army
Awards & honours
Honorary General of the Indian Army
Organizations & affiliations
- Nepali Army
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Last updated: 2026-09-06