BAITADI: The Nepal-India Border Coordination Committee meeting has concluded in Pithoragarh, India, with both sides agreeing to resolve issues of common concern along the border through dialogue, coordination and established mechanisms, while maintaining peace, security and harmony.
The meeting discussed a range of issues, including peace and security, crime control, disaster management, trade facilitation, and the maintenance and construction of infrastructure in border areas, according to Baitadi Chief District Officer Meena Aryal.
Aryal said the two sides agreed to regularly exchange information between their respective security agencies to curb illegal activities, smuggling, drug trafficking, human trafficking and other cross-border crimes.
The meeting also discussed measures to make movement across the border smoother and more effective. “Both Nepal and India face the risk of floods, landslides and flash floods,” Aryal said. “The meeting also discussed establishing a mechanism for sharing information to improve disaster preparedness and response.”
The meeting further agreed to continue and strengthen the border coordination mechanism while promoting friendly relations between the two countries at the people-to-people level.
The Nepali delegation was led by Chief District Officer Aryal and included officials and representatives of security agencies from Baitadi and Darchula districts.
Officials and representatives of security agencies from India’s Pithoragarh district also attended the meeting.
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