“India–Nepal Ties in Focus as Rabi Lamichhane Begins India Visit”
Keshav Nepal – Recent strains in Nepal–India relations, reportedly triggered by Kathmandu’s decision not to receive India’s Foreign Secretary over protocol concerns, have attracted considerable attention across South Asia. Against this backdrop, New Delhi’s invitation to Rabi Lamichhane, Chairperson of the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), represents a calculated diplomatic gesture aimed at restoring momentum in bilateral engagement. The invitation carries significance beyond symbolism. It reflects India’s recognition that while diplomatic protocol matters, sustained political engagement remains indispensable. For Nepal, the visit presents both an opportunity and a challenge. For Lamichhane personally, it offers a chance to demonstrate whether...
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