India-Nepal tension increased due to the decisions of Nepal’s new PM Balen Shah, equations of relations changed due to two big steps

Nepal Within just two months of the formation of the new government, the Prime Minister Balen Shah two major decisions of India-Nepal has increased tension in relations. Balen Shah, who came to power with a young and reformist image, is now in the news due to diplomatic disputes with the neighboring country.

Experts believe that his stance is largely in line with that of the former Prime Minister. KP Sharma Oli It seems to be similar to the policies of the Prime Minister, who had soured relations with India during his tenure.

The Indian government has imposed a tax on goods worth more than 100 Nepali rupees (about 63 Indian rupees) coming from India. Compulsory Custom Duty Has been implemented. this duty 5% to 80% Has been decided till now.

This decision has directly impacted the people living in the border areas, who depended on Indian markets for their daily needs.

• Grocery, medicines, electronics and wedding items have now become expensive.
• Protests started in border areas
• The conflict between India and Nepal has been going on for decades open border trade system was affected

by India in 2026 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra After the announcement, Nepal has lodged a formal protest.

Nepal claims that:

• Lipulekh, Kalapani and Limpiyadhura its parts are
• This claim dates back to 1816 sugauli treaty is based on

India rejected these claims and said:

• Lipulekh Pass has been a traditional route of travel since 1954
• Nepal’s claims are not based on historical facts

After these two decisions:

• Trade activities at the border have been affected
• Resentment has increased among common citizens
• Political rhetoric has intensified between the two countries

This stance of Balen Shah indicates that Nepal is More aggressive and nationalist approach in foreign policy Can adopt.

However, the historical, cultural and economic relations between India and Nepal are very deep, hence in the coming times, it will be very important to create dialogue and balance between the two countries.

Overall, these early decisions of Balen Shah determine the direction of his government, but will also decide the direction in which India-Nepal relations move in the future.