The Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs of India issued in New Delhi the following statement regarding the Constituent Assembly elections held today in Nepal:

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The successful Constituent Assembly elections in Nepal today are a welcome and historic step towards realizing the aspirations of the people of Nepal for a democratic future. This happy outcome is a product of the determination of the people of Nepal, with significant contributions by the political parties and the Election Commission of Nepal.

The Constituent Assembly provides a platform for the people of Nepal to determine the manner of their governance and their future. As always, India will stand by the people of Nepal in the major tasks of democratization and development that lie ahead while building a stable, prosperous and peaceful Nepal.

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