Sushila Karki Takes Helm as Nepal’s Interim Prime Minister, Receives Well Wishes from India

Sushila Karki has been sworn in as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal, leading to congratulatory messages from India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi’s message, shared on social media, reiterated India’s commitment to Nepal’s stability and prosperity. Karki’s appointment followed the dissolution of Parliament and the subsequent scheduling of new elections. Her selection, achieved through a public vote on the Discord platform, represents a rare moment of consensus. India’s Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement welcoming the development and expressing hope for sustained peace. The announcement highlighted the close ties between the two nations, which are defined by strong cultural and people-to-people connections.