India and Her Neighbours: Strengthening Regional Ties with Nepal under the Viksit Bharat Campaign

Abstract: The goal of the "Viksit Bharat 2047" campaign is to portray India as a fully 
developed country by the year 2047. The paper explores how the relationship between India 
and Nepal has changed throughout time. In particular, given India's Neighbourhood First 
policy, the campaign places a strong emphasis on equitable prosperity and regional stability. 
Undertakings such as the Cross-Border Electricity Trade are highlighted as the report 
explores areas of cooperation in energy, trade, infrastructure, and security. Political 
sensitivity, border issues, and the influence of foreign countries like China continue to be 
obstacles despite development. The article also examines Nepal's democratic transition and 
India's assistance in it, arguing in favor of a thorough, long-term strategy for bilateral ties. 
Under the Viksit Bharat vision, the future of India-Nepal ties rests on mutual trust, improved 
connectivity, and diplomacy aimed at building a solid, mutually beneficial alliance that 
supports stability and regional growth. 
KEYWORDS: 1. Viksit Bharat 2047, 2. India-Nepal Relations, 3. Neighborhood First 
Policy, 4. Regional Stability, 5. Developmental Partnership