Kathmandu, Sept 13: Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Saturday extended congratulations to Sushila Karki upon her appointment as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal.
In a message shared by his office, Dalai Lama said, “As you know, the Nepalese and Tibetan peoples have historically enjoyed a close relationship,” he wrote. “I am very grateful to the government and the people of Nepal for providing facilities for the rehabilitation of Tibetan refugees following their forced escape from Tibet after 1959. Indeed, although the Tibetan community is relatively small, I believe it has been making a notable contribution towards Nepal’s economic growth.”
In his message, Dalai Lama reflected upon the increasing prosperity and development of Nepal.
“Over the years, there has been significant development and increasing prosperity in Nepal in all spheres of life. Such achievements are all the more meaningful when they really improve the lives of poor and needy people”, he said.
In his concluding remarks, Dalai Lama said, “I wish you every success in fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the people of Nepal in these challenging times. With my prayers and good wishes.”
Earlier on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sushila Karki for taking over as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Heartfelt congratulations to the Honourable Sushila Karki Ji on assuming the office of Prime Minister of Nepal’s interim government. India is fully committed to the peace, progress, and prosperity of Nepal’s brothers and sisters.”
Nepal’s Parliament was formally dissolved late Friday and fresh elections were scheduled for March 5, 2026, hours after former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as the country’s new interim Prime Minister.
