Pokhara,10 November. A five-day international security and self-defence training programme aimed at equipping Nepali youths with internationally recognised security skills and employment opportunities has concluded in Pokhara. Following the completion of the training, the Central European Bodyguard Academy (CEBA), Hungary, officially recognised Gurkha Guard Security Services Pvt. Ltd. as an authorised training centre.
Chief Guest Zsolt Keresztesi, Director and Instructor of CEBA, said the participants had demonstrated significant improvements in their skills, professional approach and confidence during the five-day programme. He expressed confidence that the training would strengthen relations between Nepal and Hungary while creating international opportunities for Nepali youths.
Rahul Pandey, founder of Salute Gurkha Training Centre, said the programme was organised with the objective of introducing European security skills to Nepali youths and developing a skilled workforce. He noted that the training targeted both security personnel and young people preparing for careers in the armed forces. He also announced plans to organise more advanced training programmes in the future.
Himal Subedi, Chief Executive Officer of Gurkha Guard, said the primary objective was to promote professionalism and the use of modern technology in Nepal’s security sector while making Nepali youths more competitive in the international job market. He added that the company currently provides security services to various institutions, including banks, schools and shopping malls.
Company Director and Engineer Sagar Gautam said the initiative aimed to bring international expertise and professional skills into Nepal’s security industry, making security services more professional and effective.
One of the participants, Man Bahadur Thapa, said he gained practical knowledge in self-defence, personal and vehicle screening, VIP protection and crowd management at fairs and public events. He described the training as highly beneficial.
The training was conducted by a team of international experts, including Zsolt Keresztesi, Director and Instructor of CEBA Hungary; Janos Laub, instructor; Robert Andras, Director and Instructor of Dakota Security, Romania; and Michael Newton, a former British Army officer.
The programme covered a range of subjects, including self-defence, professional security practices, bodyguard techniques, personal and vehicle screening, crowd management and risk identification.
According to the certificate signed by CEBA President Zsolt Keresztesi, Gurkha Guard is authorised to conduct training programmes in Nepal and neighbouring countries for Close Protection Officers, bodyguards and security specialists under the supervision and quality control of CEBA’s Education and Qualification Department.
The certificate also appoints Gurkha Guard Director Himal Subedi as a CEBA instructor and liaison officer for Nepal.
The organisers believe that the partnership will contribute to expanding internationally standardised security training in Nepal and create professional opportunities for Nepali youths both at home and abroad.
