Key facts
- India and Nepal launched cross-border digital payment services.
- 84 reconstruction projects were handed over, including 72 health facilities and 12 cultural heritage sites.
- Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the virtual handover ceremony.
India and Nepal have taken a significant step in bilateral cooperation by launching cross-border digital payment services. This initiative aims to streamline financial transactions between the two nations. Alongside the digital payment launch, a virtual ceremony saw the handover of 84 development projects. These projects include 72 health facilities and 12 cultural heritage sites that have been reconstructed with Indian development assistance. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar participated in the virtual handover, highlighting the collaborative efforts and humanitarian aid provided by India.