Indian Envoy Naveen Srivastava Meets Nepal PM Balendra Shah
Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava makes a farewell call on Nepal PM Balendra Shah, highlighting deep bilateral ties and disaster assistance.
In a significant diplomatic gesture marking the end of his assignment, the Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, paid a farewell call on Nepal’s Prime Minister, Balendra Shah, on Tuesday. The meeting, held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singhadurbar, served as a moment to reflect on the enduring partnership between the two neighboring nations.
A Legacy of Cordial Relations
During the high-level discussion, Prime Minister Shah emphasized the profound and friendly nature of the bond shared by the two countries. He noted that the relationship between Nepal and India has consistently remained deep and cordial throughout the years.
The Prime Minister also took the opportunity to extend his heartfelt gratitude to the Government of India. He specifically highlighted the critical assistance provided by New Delhi during recent natural calamities, including devastating floods and landslides that have impacted Nepal.
"The relationship between Nepal and India has always remained cordial and deep," Prime Minister Shah stated, while also congratulating Ambassador Srivastava on the successful conclusion of his diplomatic tenure and wishing him well for his future endeavors.
Reflecting on Development and Cooperation
Ambassador Srivastava responded by highlighting the tangible progress made during his time in Kathmandu. He pointed out that a wide array of development projects, aimed at fostering bilateral growth, reached completion during his tenure.
The Ambassador expressed his sincere appreciation to both the Government of Nepal and the Nepali people. He noted that their unwavering support was instrumental to the success of his mission and the strengthening of ties between the two nations.
A Series of Diplomatic Farewells
The meeting with the Prime Minister is part of a broader series of farewell engagements conducted by Srivastava as he prepares to return to India on Wednesday. His departure follows a sequence of meetings with key Nepalese leadership aimed at reinforcing the progress made in bilateral relations:
- House Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal: Srivastava met with the Speaker on September 21 to conclude his diplomatic assignment.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal: The Minister commended the Ambassador's efforts in deepening multifaceted ties between the two neighbors.
- Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai: The Secretary acknowledged the Ambassador's pivotal role in advancing cooperation in energy, cross-border infrastructure, and people-to-people connections.
As Srivastava concludes his term, the engagement underscores a period of continued cooperation, particularly in humanitarian assistance and large-scale development infrastructure, ensuring the momentum of the India-Nepal partnership remains intact.