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23/07/2026

***Promotion to Corporal (Cpl)***

Col GSPS, SO2/Commander GSPS and all the members of the GSPS pariwar would like to congratulate the undermentioned GSPS Lance Corporals (LCpls) on their well-deserved selection for promotion to the rank of Corporal (Cpl):

LCpl Ramraja Ghale
LCpl Deepraj Sunuwar
LCpl Satish Tamang
LCpl Suraj Sinthan
LCpl Yashasvee Rai

A worthy reward for your excellence and hard work, underpinned by your leadership, selfless commitment and total professionalism. Many congratulations💐 to you and your pariwar, and best wishes for the future ahead.

Jai GSPS!

13/07/2026

The 10 QOGLR RAO Detachment members recently took part in adventure training in Lake District - Ex UKALI ORALI organised by Cpl Sanjeeb Gurung and Cpl Pasang Tamang. The exercise included Hill walking and mountain biking around the Lake District.

The expedition provided an excellent opportunity for the team to challenge themselves through demanding hiking routes and technical biking terrain within the stunning landscape of the Lake District.

Col GSPS, SO2/Commander GSPS and all the members of the GSPS pariwar would like to congratulate Cpls Sanjeeb and Pasang for leading a successful adventure training.

Jai GSPS!

06/07/2026

21 service personnels from 22 Signal Regiment (including 3 GSPS members) deployed on an Adventure Training expedition to Zion and Grand Canyon National Parks, USA, between 16–31 May 2026.

Led by SSgt Mimlal Thapa, the team operated as a fully self-sustained expedition, camping throughout their time at Pyramid Ridge Campground (Zion) and Tusayan-Montane Campground (Grand Canyon), supported by three Summer Mountain Leader instructors, a Combat Medical Technician, and a deployed military chef.

Key activities included Angel’s Landing (Scout Lookout), the Narrows River Trail (21km), Bright Angel Trail, South Rim routes, and a demanding South Kaibab Trail serial (22 km with 1,480m elevation change to the Colorado River and back), alongside structured Distributed Training.

The expedition concluded with redeployment from the Grand Canyon to Las Vegas on 29 May, before returning to the UK on 1 June 26 (following transit delays via San Francisco), arriving at Beacon Barracks. Across the training package, personnel developed resilience, navigation skills, and team cohesion in a challenging environment, with nine soldiers successfully achieving the Summer Mountain Foundation (SMF) qualification.

Col GSPS, SO2/Commander GSPS and all the members of the GSPS pariwar would like to congratulate SSgt Mimlal Thapa for leading a successful expedition.

Jai GSPS!

05/07/2026

**1 RGR RAO Detachment achievements**

1 RGR RAO Detachment emerged victorious in the 2nd event of the 16 Brigade Pegasus Spirit Cup Challenge, marking their second consecutive win of the year. The event took place on Wednesday 1 July 2026.

Event 1 (5 mile Tab)
1. Capt Sagar Thakali Sherchan (Team OIC)
2. LCpl Cherab Sampang Rai
3. Pte Pitambar Thapa (Team 2IC)
4. Pte Gaurab Khatri

Event 2 (CBRN and Blind Challenge)
1. Cpl Binod Rai
2. LCpl Saroj Tamang (Team IC)
3. Pte Anup Manandhar
4. Pte Upendra Chauhan
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**1 RGR HEADQUARTERS (HQ) COMPANY - BURMA CUP**

1 RGR RAO Det won the HQ Company, Inter Department Burma Cup 2026 for the first time making it a historic win.

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**AGC INTER UNIT ORIENTEERING CHAMPIONSHIP - 1RGR RAO DET (RUNNER-UP)**

1 RGR GSPS RAO Det secured the Runner-Up position in the Major Unit Category of the AGC Inter Unit Orienteering Championship.

Individual Results of the orienteering championship:

* LCpl Abijal Gurung — 1st Place | M21 Category
* Pte Gibson Rai — 1st Place | U25 Novice Men
* Cpl Binod Rai — 2nd Place | M21 Category
* Pte Ronish Rai — 2nd Place | U25 Novice Men

Col GSPS, SO2/Commander GSPS and all the members of the GSPS pariwar would like to congratulate 1RGR RAO Detachment and Ptes Gibson and Ronish of 36 Engineer Regiment on their remarkable achievements.

Jai GSPS!

01/07/2026

*** GSPS Celebrates 15 Years of Excellence***

On 20 Jun 26, the Gurkha Staff and Personnel Support (GSPS) proudly celebrated its 15th Anniversary at Worthy Down, Wi******er, bringing together serving personnel, families, honorary members, and veterans in a memorable celebration of achievement, unity, and camaraderie.

The day began with an official group photograph and anniversary cake-cutting ceremony led by the Colonel of the Regiment, Brigadier A D Griffiths OBE, alongside Commander GSPS, Maj Anil Gurung. In keeping with our Kaida, the unit's history was proudly recounted by the most junior member of GSPS. The event was honoured by the presence of distinguished guests, including Col D Robinson, Col Tony Frank, Lt Col Lydia Cugudda, Lt Col Janet Johnston, WO1 James Radcliffe, WO1 Guy Wilkinson, Mr Joe Bright, and Mr Niroj Gurung.

A standout moment of the day was an outstanding Taekwondo display by LCpl Suraj Sinthan and team, culminating in the dramatic unveiling of the GSPS 15th Anniversary logo through a precision breaking demonstration.

Heaton Cup Final Champions: QGS RAO Det
SNCO of the Year 2025: Sgt Sangam Gurung
JNCO of the Year 2025: Cpl Suraj Gurung

The celebration also provided a fitting opportunity to bid farewell to valued members of the GSPS Pariwar as they begin their next chapter with AGC (SPS).

Capt Sagar Sherchan
Lt Starsun Thamsuhang
WO2 Lok Jirel
Cpl Tsesang Gurung

Special farewell tributes were paid to Col David Robinson and Maj Narendra Kumar Gurung in recognition of their exceptional service, unwavering commitment, and lasting contribution to GSPS. Their leadership and dedication have left an enduring legacy within the GSPS Pariwar.

A huge thank you to WO1 Dewan Rai and the organising committee for delivering an outstanding 15th Anniversary celebration. Special thanks to our talented in-house performers, especially the GSPS Ladies, whose energy, creativity, and support made the event truly unforgettable.

For 15 years, GSPS has embodied service, professionalism, teamwork, and Gurkha values. This unique annual gathering continues to strengthen the bonds between our people, families, veterans, and friends, reminding us that GSPS is far more than a unit - it is a Pariwar.

Jai GSPS!

26/06/2026

Team GSPS at the Sounding The Retreat and BG Dinner Night 2026!

Jai GSPS!

21/06/2026

*King's Birthday Honour List 2026*

On the recent King's Birthday honour list 2026, Colonel Brigade of Gurkhas, Colonel J Robinson was awarded with Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).

Similarly, Sergeant Pratap Gurung was awarded with Chief of the General Staff (CGS) Commendation.

Col GSPS, SO2/Commander GSPS and all the members of the GSPS pariwar would like to extend massive congratulations to Col BG and Sgt Pratap including their Pariwar.

Jai GSPS!

09/06/2026

Col Tony Frank (SPS Branch Col) paid an official visit to RHQ GSPS today on 9 Jun 26. The main reason of his visit was to understand about the BG and GSPS in the capacity of DACOS Pers Admin as well as SPS Branch Col. To give the overview of BG and GSPS context, a brief was delivered by Comd GSPS.

We genuinely appreciate his visit and wish him all the very best for his tenure.

Jai GSPS!

03/06/2026

*Promotion to Sergeant (Sgt)*

Col GSPS, SO2/Commander GSPS and all the members of the GSPS pariwar would like to congratulate the undermentioned GSPS Corporals (Cpls) on their well-deserved selection for promotion to the rank of Sergeant (Sgt):

Cpl Rajan Limbu
Cpl Santa Gurung
Cpl Jiwan Garbuja Pun
Cpl Biku Gurung
Cpl Biraj Thapa

A worthy reward for your excellence and hard work, underpinned by your leadership, selfless commitment and total professionalism. Many CONGRATULATIONS 💐 to you and your pariwar, and best wishes for the future ahead.

Jai GSPS!

19/05/2026

*Corps Operational Shooting Competition*

The one-week Corps Operational Shooting Competition (Corps OSC), held from 27 Apr to 1 May 26, has now concluded, marking the end of an intense and highly competitive event that showcased professionalism, skill, and determination across all participating teams.

Team GSPS demonstrated exceptional dedication and resilience. Despite the strong competition, GSPS secured an impressive 13th position overall and remains in a strong position.

The team achieved several notable successes during the competition:

• AGC Section Champion – Team GSPS
• AGC Falling Plate Winners – Sgt Rijan, Cpl Jiwan, Cpl Prashant, and Pte Riwaz
• Sgt Bhoj Gurung – Winner, Attack and Re-Organisation Event
• Sgt Rijan Rai – Runner-up, Advance Fleeting Encounter Event
• Cpl Jiwan Pun – Runner-up, Urban Contact Assessment; Top GSPS Firer
• Cpl Prashant – Runner-up, Attack and Re-Organisation Event and Pistol Event

Colonel of the Regiment, SO2/Comd GSPS, all members and pariwar of GSPS pariwar would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to Sergeant Rijan Rai and his team for their extraordinary leadership and dedication.

Jai GSPS!

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