India taps Nepal veteran Sudhakar Dalela as next envoy to Kathmandu
Summary
India has proposed Foreign Secretary (Economic Relations) Sudhakar Dalela as its next ambassador to Nepal, pending Nepal’s agrément. The move comes after Ambassador Naveen Srivastava completed his tenure and reflects New Delhi’s increased emphasis on ties with Kathmandu.
Key Points
- India has proposed Sudhakar Dalela as its next ambassador to Nepal, with the appointment awaiting Nepal’s approval.
- The post in Kathmandu became vacant after Ambassador Naveen Srivastava returned to New Delhi.
- Analysts view the choice of a secretary-rank diplomat as a sign of greater importance India attaches to relations with Nepal.
- Nepal has nominated Dr Nishchal Nath Pandey as its ambassador to India, pending parliamentary hearing and Indian agrément.
