HB Tamrakar, YNN,Kathmandu, Nepal — In a remarkable demonstration of enduring India-Nepal friendship, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dr. Vijay Jolly paid a special courtesy call on the President of Nepal, His Excellency Ram Chandra Paudel, at the Presidential Palace, Shital Niwas, in Kathmandu today.
The high-level interaction underscored the shared values, civilizational ties, and the centuries-old cultural affinity between the two neighboring nations. Dr. Jolly, known for his consistent efforts in promoting people-to-people contact and regional cooperation, expressed warm greetings from the people and government of India to the President and citizens of Nepal.
During the meeting, President Paudel extended a cordial welcome to Dr. Jolly and commended his long-standing commitment to strengthening bilateral relations beyond official diplomacy. The two leaders discussed enhancing mutual understanding, cultural exchanges, youth cooperation, and sustainable development across the Himalayan frontier.
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“This is not just a political interaction—it is a reflection of the deep emotional and cultural bond between our peoples,” Dr. Jolly stated after the meeting. He emphasized that India and Nepal must continue to build bridges at every level—governmental, societal, and individual—to ensure lasting friendship and shared prosperity.
President Paudel expressed appreciation for India’s support in various sectors of Nepal’s development and highlighted the importance of dialogue, goodwill, and mutual respect in fostering regional peace and cooperation.
The meeting also shed light on the need for collaborative efforts in education, tourism, climate action, and economic upliftment of border communities, with both leaders agreeing that public-level engagement remains the cornerstone of true friendship.
The visit by Dr. Jolly comes at a time when both countries are placing renewed emphasis on grassroots diplomacy and regional stability. His presence in Nepal serves as a powerful reminder that Indo-Nepal relations are not merely diplomatic but deeply rooted in people’s hearts, histories, and hopes.
This engagement, rich in symbolism and sincerity, has sent a strong and positive message across both borders: that India and Nepal are not just neighbors—they are natural allies, bound by geography and destiny, and united in their commitment to peace, partnership, and progress.
