About the Gurkhas

Who are they

The Gurkhas are soldiers from Nepal who are recruited into the British Army, and have been for the last 200 years. Gurkhas are known to be as fearless in combat as they are good natured in daily life.

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Reasons to remember

Roughly 19,000 Gurkha soldiers have died during the many wars they've fought at Britain's side. Many thousands more have been wounded, and more still have returned to a life of hardship in Nepal. Here are 11 reasons to remind you just why the Gurkhas deserve our support...

Reasons to remember

Gurkhas Today

Today, the Gurkha soldiers remain an important part of the British Army. In recent times, Gurkhas have served in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as the Falklands and Gulf Wars. Peacekeeping missions have also taken them to Kosovo, Bosnia, East Timor and Sierra Leone. They remain renowned for their loyalty, professionalism and bravery.

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News
15 Oct 2026
Transforming Hygiene and Health in Arbaudi Village

Arbaudi Viliage lies high in the hills of the Baglung District in central Nepal. The residents of the Village faced…

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News
12 Oct 2026
Flash Flood Strikes Gorkha District

Early on Saturday morning, 10th October, a powerful flash flood struck the Budhi Gandaki river corridor in northern Gorkha District,…

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