KATHMANDU, Dec 3: Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies, Damodar Bhandari and Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas of India, Hardeep Singh Puri have held talks on the construction of the Siliguri-Jhapa petroleum pipeline.
During the meeting held in New Delhi on Monday, they discussed various issues—bilateral welfare and mutual interest, according to the Minister Bhandari's Private Secretariat.
Minister Bhandari is currently in the Indian capital in connection with attending the Partnership Summit.
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The duo also held discussions on the construction of the Siliguri-Jhapa petroleum pipeline and expansion the of Amalekhgunj-Chitwan petroleum pipeline as well as past agreements signed between the two countries and their implementation.
The construction of a gas pipeline in Sarlahi, relocation of the petroleum depot of Tribhuvan International Airport and agreements between the Indian Oil Corporation Limited and Nepal Oil Corporation were also discussed.
On the occasion, Minister Puri said India was ready to support once the integrated report presented by both corporations is received, said Minister Bhandari quoting his Indian counterpart.
Similarly, both sides agreed to hold all meetings of bilateral government mechanisms regularly, mentioned Minister Bhandari.
During the meeting, the Indian side expressed commitment to provide continuous support for Nepal's socio-economic development.
