Queen’s Gurkha Signals Celebrate 77th Anniversary
On 19 September 2026, the Queen’s Gurkha Signals (QG SIGNALS) marked the 77th anniversary of its formation, with a celebration at Gamecock Barracks. Serving personnel, families and members of the Queen’s Gurkha Signals Association gathered to honour the Regiment’s enduring legacy and achievements.
Established in 1949 as the Gurkha Signals, the regiment was formed to provide specialist communications support to the Brigade of Gurkhas. Over the decades, QG SIGNALS has evolved into a highly skilled and technologically advanced unit, delivering world‑class communications and information systems on operations around the globe. Its proud history reflects unwavering professionalism, loyalty and service to the British Crown.
The day commenced with the Birthday Parade, featuring the traditional Birthday speeches delivered in both English and Nepali. This was followed by a Regimental Pipes & Drums display, the ceremonial cake cutting and an address by the Colonel of the Regiment.
The annual Regimental Awards were also presented, recognising outstanding performance, leadership and contribution across the Regiment. This year’s recipients were:
Verdon and Carter Trophy (Best Warrant Officer/Senior Non-Commissioned Officer) – Staff Sergeant Brindan Tulachan (30 Signal Regiment)
Ridlington Trophy (Best Corporal) – Corporal Bikky Tamang (Infantry Training Centre Catterick)
Best Sportsperson of the Year – Signaller Aarmin Thapa Magar (247 Gurkha Signal Squadron)
Best Trainee of the Year – Signaller Bhupal Rai (11 Signal Regiment)
Best Piper or Drummer of the Year – Signaller Kiran Saru Thapa (246 Gurkha Signal Squadron)
Best Shot of the Year – Corporal Yubaraj Gubaju (243 Gurkha Signal Squadron)
Best Innovation of the Year – Signaller Sundar Subba (246 Gurkha Signal Squadron)
The Colonel of the Regiment Award – Lance Corporal Nirmal Lawati (242 Gurkha Signal Squadron)
The Colonel of the Regiment Award – Lance Corporal Mausam Limbu (11 Signal Regiment)
During the event, a cheque of £15,001 was officially presented to Colonel David John Robinson, Colonel Brigade of Gurkhas (Col BG), in support of flood victims in Nepal. The amount was raised through various charity initiatives led by QG SIGNALS sub-units, the ladies and generous personal contributions from well-wishers. The regiment also took the opportunity to bid a formal farewell to Col BG.
In the afternoon, the Inter-Squadron sports competition was held, featuring football, men’s and ladies’ volleyball and a Tug of War. After a closely contested competition across the sports, 243 Gurkha Signal Squadron emerged as the overall champion Squadron, proudly lifting the Cole Trophy.
The day provided a great opportunity for officers, soldiers, families and association members of the Regiment to come together in recognition of QG SIGNALS’ remarkable history and celebrate the occasion. It also offered a platform for Squadrons to compete for the coveted title of Champion Squadron of the Year.
