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India Boosts Nepal's Election Security with 270+ Vehicle Donation

India has ceremonially handed over the third installment of election-related assistance to Nepal, comprising more than 270 vehicles including 50 trucks for the Nepali Army. The handover was conducted by Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava to Nepal's Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal in Kathmandu. This delivery follows two earlier tranches in January, bringing the total vehicles provided to over 580, with more aid expected soon. The assistance, requested by Nepal, aims to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of the country's upcoming general election on March 5.

Key Points: India Gives Nepal 270+ Vehicles for Election Support

  • Third batch of Indian election aid
  • Over 270 vehicles including 50 army trucks
  • Support for Nepal's March 5 election
  • Part of deep bilateral partnership
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India hands over 3rd tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal; including over 220 pickups, 50 trucks for the Nepali Army

India hands over third tranche of election aid to Nepal, including 50 trucks for the army and 220+ pickups to ensure smooth polls in March.

"These vehicles will be further handed over to the security agencies as well as to the electoral bodies for the smooth conduct of the election - Ananda Kafle"

Kathmandu, February 12

India on Thursday handed over the third tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal, including over 220 pickups and 50 trucks for the Nepali Army to ensure the smooth conduct of the upcoming March 5 election.

The third tranche of election-related assistance from the Government of India to Nepal was ceremonially handed over by Ambassador Naveen Srivastava to the Minister for Home Affairs of Nepal, Om Prakash Aryal, at an event held at the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The vehicles were gifted to support Nepal's upcoming elections, as per the Nepal government's request. This follows two earlier deliveries on January 20 and 29, 2026, with more assistance expected soon.

The third tranche of assistance provided to the Government of Nepal includes more than 270 vehicles, including 50 trucks for the Nepali Army, as well as other supplies. This aligns with Nepal's request for assistance with preparations for the upcoming elections.

The trucks for the Nepali Army were received by the Chief of Army Staff, General Ashok Raj Sigdel, from Ambassador Naveen Srivastava.

In his remarks, Home Minister Aryal thanked the Indian side for the timely and significant assistance provided to Nepal. He also expressed appreciation for the mutually beneficial, comprehensive nature of cooperation between the two countries, marked by mutual trust, friendship, and shared adherence to democratic values.

"The Government of India, supporting the upcoming general election, handed over the third instalment of the support vehicles to the Government of Nepal. In the first handover, 61 vehicles were handed over; in the second, 254; in the third, 223; and for the Nepal Army, 50 vehicles were handed over. Other equipment that the Indian Government will be handing over to the Nepal Government for the Police has also arrived, while some are on their way as well," Ananda Kafle, Spokesperson at the Ministry of Home Affairs, Nepal, told ANI.

"These vehicles will be further handed over to the security agencies as well as to the electoral bodies for the smooth conduct of the election in the coming days," Kafle added.

The first two tranches of such election-related assistance, comprising over 310 vehicles and other supplies from the Government of India, were handed over to Nepal on 20 January and 29 January 2026, respectively. Additional deliveries are expected to occur in batches over the coming days.

The ongoing cooperation and support from the Indian side reflect the multifaceted, multi-sectoral development partnership between the two countries. It also symbolises the deep mutual trust and friendship between the people of India and Nepal.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While I appreciate the support, I do hope there is complete transparency on how these vehicles are used. Aid should strengthen institutions, not become a political tool. The focus must remain on a free and fair election for the Nepali people.
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Vikram M
Good to see our foreign aid being put to practical use. Logistics are a huge challenge in the hills of Nepal. These pickups and trucks will help election officials and security reach remote areas. A solid, tangible form of cooperation.
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Priya S
Our relationship with Nepal goes beyond politics. It's about shared culture and people-to-people ties. Helping them conduct elections reinforces our shared democratic values. More power to such initiatives!
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Rohit P
This is the kind of news I like to see. Concrete help, delivered on time. The Nepal Army getting trucks is especially important for security during polls. Hope the elections are peaceful and successful.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the scale of support. Over 500 vehicles across three tranches is significant. It shows a serious commitment to the bilateral partnership. The timing before their elections is also crucial.

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