Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whereas addressing reporters after a gathering along with his Nepalese counterpart Sher Bahadur Deuba, mentioned New Delhi has been a agency companion in Kathmandu’s journey of peace, prosperity and growth.
“Our joint imaginative and prescient assertion on energy cooperation will show to be the blueprint of our future ties. We mentioned varied features of our cooperation, reviewed the progress of tasks and likewise mentioned the blueprint of the longer term. Both of us agree that we should reap the advantages of the alternatives within the energy sector,” Modi mentioned.
Stating that Indian firms would play an important position in creating hydropower in Nepal, Modi mentioned: “We have agreed on more participation of Indian companies in Nepal’s hydropower development projects. It is a matter of great happiness that Nepal is exporting its surplus power to India as it makes positive contributions to the country’s economic development.” The PM added, “I am delighted to announce that several more proposals for importing power from Nepal are being approved. I am also happy that Nepal has become a member of the International Solar Alliance as it helps promote sustainable, affordable and clean energy in our region.”
Modi additionally hailed the launch of the Rupay card in Nepali.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
