Condolences for Recent Violence
During the call, Prime Minister Modi conveyed heartfelt condolences for the tragic loss of life in the protests that shook Nepal in recent weeks. He underlined India’s consistent position of supporting a peaceful resolution of internal challenges and expressed hope that the new leadership would restore calm and confidence among citizens.
India Reaffirms Strong Ties with Nepal
Modi assured Prime Minister Karki of India’s readiness to work closely with Nepal to strengthen their unique bilateral ties. He emphasized India’s commitment to assisting Nepal in its efforts to achieve political stability, economic growth, and social progress.
“India stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the people of Nepal in this journey,” Modi is learnt to have conveyed during the conversation. He also extended felicitations on the occasion of Nepal’s upcoming National Day.
Response from Nepal’s Interim Leadership
Prime Minister Sushila Karki thanked Modi for his warm wishes and India’s unwavering support. She reciprocated the sentiment of strengthening cooperation across sectors including trade, infrastructure, and people-to-people exchanges. The two leaders agreed to remain in close touch to navigate challenges together and build on their historical friendship.
Context: A Critical Moment for Nepal
Karki assumed charge as the head of Nepal’s Interim Government at a sensitive juncture marked by political unrest and public demonstrations. Her government faces the task of calming tensions while steering the country toward constitutional stability and democratic continuity.
India, which shares a deep civilizational and cultural bond with Nepal, has consistently emphasized stability in the Himalayan nation as essential for regional peace and prosperity. Analysts note that the call between the two prime ministers is an important signal of India’s proactive role in supporting Nepal’s transitional leadership.
