Kathmandu — Nepali businessman and pro-monarchy activist Durga Prasai’s recent visit to India has drawn attention in diplomatic circles. However, Indian authorities have made it clear that they have no involvement in his political activities and have firmly kept their distance.
India Reaffirms Non-Interference Policy
Prasai, who traveled to New Delhi for a medical follow-up related to cancer treatment, publicly described his trip as an effort to gain “moral support” for restoring Nepal’s monarchy and Hindu nation status.
Indian officials, however, have emphasized that the government of India has no formal engagement in Nepal’s internal political affairs. According to diplomatic sources, India’s main priority remains maintaining stable and friendly relations with Nepal’s elected government.
An Indian official in New Delhi said, “India respects Nepal’s democratic process. No individual or group’s political campaign represents India’s position or support.” Prasai had suggested through his speeches and social media that he received sympathy from Indian circles.
But sources confirmed that Indian authorities warned him not to engage in political activities while in India or make false claims of Indian backing. Citing NDTV, an official stated, “Neither Prasai nor his family members met any Indian government or political representatives during this visit.”
Reports suggest that his claims of receiving “moral support from India” have angered senior officials in New Delhi. A senior Indian source clarified, “Prasai’s politics has no direct or indirect connection with India. He is an internal political figure, and his activities are not endorsed by India.”
Royalist Rally and India’s Message
Prasai has announced plans to hold a large royalist rally in Kathmandu in December as part of his campaign to reinstate the monarchy and Hindu nationhood. His earlier rallies, however, were marked by violence, police intervention, and arrests.
Analysts say India’s recent silence and distance send a clear message aimed at dispelling any misconception about foreign influence in Nepal’s domestic politics.
