India Strengthens Nepal Ties with Election Assistance

India has handed over 60 of the 650 vehicles pledged to Nepal to aid in the upcoming March 5 elections. The support emphasizes the deep ties between the two nations. The vehicles, part of a larger package, are set to be delivered in waves over the coming weeks.

India has donated 60 vehicles to Nepal, aiming to bolster preparations for the March 5 elections. This marks the first dispatch of a pledged 650-vehicle fleet.

The vehicles and supplies were officially presented to Nepal's Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal in a ceremony led by Dr Rakesh Pandey, Charge d' Affairs of India's Embassy in Kathmandu.

In a statement, Aryal expressed gratitude towards India, highlighting the profound relationship shared by the neighboring countries. The remainder of the aid will be delivered in separate batches as election preparations continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)