New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday interacted with a Nepalese delegation led by Rabi Lamichhane, Chairman, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), reaffirming the commitment to enhance ties between the two countries.

In a message on X, the Union Home Ministry said, “Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri@AmitShahwith the Nepalese delegation led by Shri Rabi Lamichhane, Chairman, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), in New Delhi today.”

“The Hon’ble Home Minister congratulated Shri Lamichhane on RSP’s victory in the elections and conveyed India’s best wishes for the success of the new government. Both sides expressed their firm resolve to work together for enhancing the special ties between India and Nepal,” said the message.

Earlier in the day, the Nepalese delegation met BJP National President Nitin Nabin, who shared an overview of the party’s ideological foundations and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance model.

As part of the ‘Know BJP’ initiative, Nabin welcomed the delegation and shared insights on the party’s organisational structure and its approach to public engagement.

He explained how the party functions from the national level down to the booth level, highlighting the crucial role played by BJP workers in maintaining continuous contact with citizens and addressing issues at the grassroots.

Nabin emphasised the deep-rooted and historic ties between India and Nepal, describing the relationship as one built on shared civilizational heritage, cultural affinity, and strong people-to-people connections.

He said such interactions play an important role in strengthening democratic dialogue and fostering closer engagement between political parties in the two neighbouring countries.

The RSP delegation expressed interest in understanding the BJP’s membership process, candidate selection mechanism, and methods of identifying and nurturing grassroots leadership.

Responding to their queries, Nabin explained that the BJP’s organisational strength stems from sustained public outreach, booth-level engagement, and active participation of ordinary citizens in the democratic process.

The BJP president also highlighted the governance model under PM Modi, stating that development, public service, good governance, and effective welfare delivery remain central pillars of the party’s political and governance philosophy.

Nabin also discussed the growing influence of Generation Z in politics. Both sides exchanged views on the role of young people in shaping democratic participation, influencing public discourse, and emerging as future political leaders.

–IANS

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