The Gurkha selection process is one of the most ... In Nepal the traditional Gurkha recruitment doko race is an uphill sprint in the Himalayan foothills, carrying the doko on their backs.

and the selection process will be the same as for men. Women hoping to join will have to pass gruelling physical tests - including racing 3.1 miles (5km) uphill carrying 55lb (25kg) of sand in a ...