India, Sept. 13 -- India on Friday welcomed the formation of the Interim government in Nepal led by former chief justice Sushila Karki after violent anti-government protests in recent days.

The ministry of external affairs expressed hope in the statement that the new interim government will help restore peace and stability in the Himalayan nation, where at least 51 people lost their lives in protests against rampant corruption, among other things.

"We welcome the formation of a new Interim Government in Nepal, led by Right Honourable Mrs Sushila Karki. We are hopeful that this would help in fostering peace and stability," the MEA statement said.

The ministry also affirmed India's willingness to continue working closely with Nepal for t...