KATHMANDU, MARCH 7

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the people and Government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of the House of Representatives election, calling it a historic milestone in Nepal's democratic journey.

"It is heartening to see my Nepali sisters and brothers exercise their democratic rights so vibrantly," Modi said inn a message posted on his X account.

Reaffirming the close ties between the two neighbouring nations, Modi said India remains steadfast in its commitment to working with the people of Nepal and their new government.

"As a close friend and neighbour, India remains steadfast in its commitment to working closely with the people of Nepal and their new Government to scale new heights of shared peace, progress and prosperity," he said.

Nepal concluded its House of Representatives election on March 5, with results pointing to a historic victory for the Rastriya Swatantra Party, which is leading in the large majority of constituencies declared so far.