# Conclusion of Indian Ambassador tenure in Nepal > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/conclusion-of-indian-ambassador-tenure-in-nepal > Updated: 2026-09-29T08:53:06.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava has concluded his four-year diplomatic assignment in the country. During his departure, Srivastava held a series of farewell meetings with high-ranking Nepalese officials, including House Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, and Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai. Discussions centered on the progress of bilateral relations, specifically advancements in energy, infrastructure connectivity, and trade. Nepalese officials noted significant milestones in cooperation and expressed gratitude for India’s disaster relief efforts following floods in the Bhotekoshi River. In a final farewell call with Prime Minister Balendra Shah, the Prime Minister described the relationship between the two nations as “cordial and deep.” Srivastava noted the completion of various development projects during his tenure and is scheduled to return to India on October 1. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-29: Naveen Srivastava meets Nepal PM Balendra Shah for farewell call Outgoing Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava met with Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah to discuss bilateral ties and cooperation before concluding his four-year tenure in the country. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/naveen-srivastava-meets-nepal-pm-balendra-shah-for-farewell-call ### 2026-09-21: Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava concludes Nepal tenure Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava concludes his tenure in Nepal following farewell meetings with House Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal and Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, marking progress in bilateral ties. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-ambassador-naveen-srivastava-concludes-nepal-tenure --- Cite as: Conclusion of Indian Ambassador tenure in Nepal. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/conclusion-of-indian-ambassador-tenure-in-nepal