New Delhi, Sept. 13 -- PM Modi on Saturday congratulated Sushila Karki on taking oath as Nepal's Prime Minister and noted that India remains "committed to peace, progress of people of neighbouring country."

In a post on X, "I extend my best wishes to Right Hon. Mrs. Sushila Karki on assuming office as the Prime Minister of the Interim Government of Nepal. India remains firmly committed to the peace, progress and prosperity of the people of Nepal."

Karki was chosen to lead the interim government after a meeting between President Paudel, Nepal's top military brass, and the youth protesters, who spearheaded the anti-government protests.

The former chief justice, known for her integrity and plain-speaking, studied in Banaras Hindu Universi...