Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Sushila Karki on taking oath as the prime minister of an interim government in Nepal and noted that India remains “committed to peace, progress of people of neighbouring country.”
Karki, the former chief justice, has been selected to head Nepal’s transitional government, making her the country’s first female Prime Minister after Gen Z protesters successfully ousted Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s administration.
President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath of office to Karki, 73, at the President’s Office.
“I extend my best wishes to Right Hon. Mrs. Sushila Karki on assuming office as the Prime Minister of the Interim Government of Nepal. India remains firmly committed to the peace, progress and prosperity of the people of Nepal,” PM Modi posted on X.
Karki was chosen to lead the interim government after a meeting between President Paudel, Nepal’s top military brass, and the youth protesters, who spearheaded the anti-government protests.
The former chief justice, known for her integrity and plain-speaking, studied in Banaras Hindu University.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, “We are hopeful that this would help in fostering peace and stability.”
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“As a close neighbour, a fellow democracy and a long-term development partner, India will continue to work closely with Nepal for the well-being and prosperity of our two peoples and countries,” it said.
K.P. Sharma Oli’s government was forced to step down amid nationwide protests sparked by a controversial social media ban.
