Dehradun, May 3 || Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met a high-level 10-member delegation from Nepal’s Sudurpashchim Province, led by Chief Minister Kamal Bahadur Shah, at his official residence on Saturday.
The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation in border areas.
Discussions covered a range of issues, including development in border districts through mutual coordination, promotion of cultural and religious connections, boosting tourism, and improving disaster management strategies.
CM Dhami emphasised the deep-rooted social and cultural ties between Uttarakhand and Nepal, underlining their shared historical and civilisational heritage.
He assured full support from the Uttarakhand government in collaborative efforts related to trade, health, education, and infrastructure development along the border.
In a post on X, Dhami said, “Honourable Chief Minister of Far Western Province of Nepal, Kamal Bahadur Shah, met with respected ministers and officials at the Government residence. On this occasion, various contemporary issues related to India and Nepal were discussed. There is a deep similarity between the people of India and Nepal from cultural, religious, and social points of view. Our traditions, customs, language, cuisine, and way of life continue to strengthen mutual trust and bonding. The relationship between our two countries is not just political or geographical -- it is deeply emotional and cultural.”