Rabi Lamichhane, Chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, received a grand welcome at the headquarters of the Bharatiya Janata Party in New Delhi during his ongoing five-day official visit to India.

According to party sources, Lamichhane was welcomed by BJP leaders, including senior officials and party representatives, with traditional cultural performances, flower garlands, and ceremonial greetings.

Large banners featuring Lamichhane were also displayed in several areas of New Delhi, highlighting the political significance of the visit.

During the visit, an article authored by Lamichhane was published in the Indian newspaper Hindustan Times, where he suggested the need to “reset” Nepal–India relations, a statement that has drawn attention in diplomatic and political circles.

Lamichhane arrived in New Delhi on Monday as part of a five-day visit. His delegation includes his spouse Nikita Paudel, co-general secretary Bipin Kumar Acharya, and diaspora department head Deepak Bohora.

The visit is being closely observed in both Nepal and India, given its potential diplomatic implications and growing political engagement between parties of the two countries.