How many base stations are there in Kathmandu and where are they located

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What types of military units were stationed in Kathmandu?

Additionally, many of the independent and specialized army units were attached to brigades stationed in Kathmandu. These units included an airborne battalion (known as the "para battalion") and various signal, engineer, artillery, transport, and medical units.

Where is Division HQ located in Kathmandu?

At the beginning, the Division HQ was based at Singha Durbar, Kathmandu and now it is relocated at the Narayanhiti Palace. Its area of responsibility includes the three districts of the Kathmandu Valley- Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Lalitpur with the area of 565 sq. km. Maj. Gen. Kiran Shumsher Thapa (Retd.) was the first General Officer Commanding.

How far is Everest Base Camp from Kathmandu?

The Everest Base Camp is 65km (41 miles) far from Lukla and 200km (125 miles) far from Kathmandu. On average it will take up to 12 to 14 days to complete this whole Everest Base Camp trek. The trek begins from Lukla which then follows the classic trail to the base camp.

How many airfields in Nepal were used for military airlift operations?

There were thirty-six airfields in Nepal that could be used for military airlift operations. Many of the airfields were configured for short takeoff and landing (STOL) aircraft operated by Royal Nepal Airlines, the government-owned commercial airline. Commercial aircraft could be pressed into military service during emergencie.