Rabi Lamichhane Thanks PM Modi For Congratulating Rastriya Swatantra Party On Nepal Election Victory

Rabi Lamichhane, President of Nepal’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), on Monday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for congratulating him and his party after its victory in the March 5 parliamentary elections.

In a post on social media platform X, Lamichhane expressed gratitude for the message from the Indian Prime Minister and said the mandate given by the Nepali people would guide the party’s approach towards regional cooperation and economic growth.

“Thank you, Prime Minister @narendramodi, for your warm wishes and for recognising the democratic mandate of the Nepali people,” Lamichhane wrote.

He added that the RSP and the incoming government would remain committed to building stronger ties with India based on mutual respect and shared prosperity.

“RSP and our government will remain dedicated to fostering a relationship built on mutual respect and shared prosperity where RSP will prioritise ‘development diplomacy’,” he said.

Focus On Connectivity, Trade And Energy

Lamichhane also expressed hope that Nepal and India would expand cooperation in sectors crucial for economic development and regional connectivity.

“We look forward to a partnership with India that scales new heights through cooperation in connectivity, cultural tourism, energy and trade, ensuring a prosperous future for the people of both countries,” he said.

PM Modi Congratulated RSP Leadership

Earlier, Prime Minister Modi held telephone conversations with Lamichhane and senior RSP leader Balen Shah, who is expected to become Nepal’s next Prime Minister.

“Congratulated both leaders on their electoral victories and RSP’s resounding success in the Nepal elections,” PM Modi wrote on X.

“Conveyed my best wishes for their forthcoming new government and India’s commitment to work with them for the mutual prosperity, progress and well-being of our two countries. I am confident that with our joint endeavours, India–Nepal relations will scale new heights in the years ahead.”

As counting concluded in 163 out of 165 constituencies under the First-Past-the-Post system, the RSP secured victory in 125 seats, accounting for around 76 per cent of the total.

India also supported Nepal’s election process by providing 650 vehicles and other materials. Since the 2008 Constituent Assembly elections, India has supplied 2,400 vehicles for previous polls.

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