Kathmandu, Jan. 29: The second tranche of election-related assistance from India was gifted to Nepal, in presence of the Minister for Finance of Nepal, Rameshore Prasad Khanal. Charge d’affaires a.i., Dr. Rakesh Pandey, ceremonially handed over more than 250 vehicles to the Government of Nepal, in a ceremony held in the Ministry of Finance in Kathmandu on 29 January 2026. These supplies are a part of the assistance sought by the Government of Nepal, in connection with preparations for the upcoming elections in the country. 

In his remarks, Finance Minister, Rameshore Prasad Khanal mentioned the longstanding cooperation and friendly ties between India and Nepal. He also thanked the Government and people of India for the supplies and appreciated their significance in preparations for upcoming elections. 

The first tranche of such election-related assistance by the Government of India, was handed over to Nepal on 20 January 2026. More deliveries are expected to take place in batches in the coming weeks. 

The ongoing cooperation and support from the Indian side is not only an apt reflection of the multi-faceted and multi-sectoral development partnership that exists between both countries, but also symbolizes the deep mutual trust and friendship between the people of India and Nepal.