Dibrugarh, Feb. 7 -- A lively debate on Nepal's geopolitical orientation dominated a session at the ongoing international literary festival in Assam's Dibrugarh University.

The four-day event, featuring over 200 writers from approximately 25 countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe, includes more than 50 sessions exploring various literary and cultural themes.

The discussion, titled "Nepal Narrative: People, Palace and Politics," featured Kathmandu-based author Amish Raj Mulmi, author of "All Roads Lead North: Nepal's Turn to China," as a panelist.

Mulmi acknowledged the strain in Nepal-India relations in recent years, attributing it to Nepal's increasing reliance on China.

He argued that despite historical and cultural ties with Ind...