New Delhi, Apr 7: In an effort to deepen bilateral relations between both neighbouring nations,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held discussions with his Nepalese
counterpart KP Sharma Oli, where the latter was assured of all sorts of
assistance in his country's development.
"There is a long history of India's
contribution towards Nepal's development and I have assured PM Oli that this
will continue in future," said Mr Modi.
He also said that new railway line will be developed from Kathmandu to New Delhi.
"We aim at improving waterways and railways with Nepal. Today, we reviewed the progress in various such connectivity projects," Mr Modi added.
On security and open borders, the Prime Minister said, "We have strong relations when it comes to the aspect of security and are committed towards stopping misuse of our open borders."
Expressing Nepal’s historical attachment with its neighbouring country, Nepalese premiere said, "Nepal attaches great importance to its relations with India. Our countries enjoy age-old historical ties and have many things to offer to each other."
On his maiden foreign visit, Mr Oli said, "I have come to India to explore ways to enhance cooperation to newer heights."
Earlier, Mr Modi inaugurated the Birgunj Integrated Check Post. The check post is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure in Parsa district of Nepal and has been constructed with the assistance from the Indian government. It will facilitate integrated customs and immigration for smooth cross-border movement of people and goods.
Both the leaders also inaugurated the India-Nepal Petroleum Product Pipeline Project which will start from Motihari to Amlekhganj in an effort to energizing India-Nepal relationship. UNI
He also said that new railway line will be developed from Kathmandu to New Delhi.
"We aim at improving waterways and railways with Nepal. Today, we reviewed the progress in various such connectivity projects," Mr Modi added.
On security and open borders, the Prime Minister said, "We have strong relations when it comes to the aspect of security and are committed towards stopping misuse of our open borders."
Expressing Nepal’s historical attachment with its neighbouring country, Nepalese premiere said, "Nepal attaches great importance to its relations with India. Our countries enjoy age-old historical ties and have many things to offer to each other."
On his maiden foreign visit, Mr Oli said, "I have come to India to explore ways to enhance cooperation to newer heights."
Earlier, Mr Modi inaugurated the Birgunj Integrated Check Post. The check post is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure in Parsa district of Nepal and has been constructed with the assistance from the Indian government. It will facilitate integrated customs and immigration for smooth cross-border movement of people and goods.
Both the leaders also inaugurated the India-Nepal Petroleum Product Pipeline Project which will start from Motihari to Amlekhganj in an effort to energizing India-Nepal relationship. UNI
