KATHMANDU, Feb. 20 -- Nepali citizens can now easily acquire Indian SIM cards, announced Dr Shankar Prasad Sharma, Nepal's Ambassador to India.

This decision comes after the Indian government's approval, responding to the request of the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi.

Documents necessary for obtaining the SIM include passport, citizenship certificate, voter's ID, or embassy-issued identification.

Previously, Nepali nationals faced restrictions, necessitating them to use SIM cards registered under Indian citizens.

Here is the announcement made by Indian government authority:

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