Statement by Official Spokesperson on the Comprehensive
National Peace Agreement in Nepal
(New Delhi; November 21, 2006)
The Government of India welcomes the signing of the
Comprehensive National Peace Agreement between the Government of Nepal and the
Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist). We believe the Agreement reflects the
overwhelming desire of the people of Nepal for peace and stability.
We hope that this Agreement brings to an end the politics and culture of
violence, and heralds the beginning of a lasting peace in order to let the
people of Nepal exercise their right to decide their destiny through free and
fair elections, without intimidation.
The critical test of this Agreement will be its implementation on the ground. We
call upon all sides and all stakeholders in Nepal to strictly abide by their
commitments under this Agreement. Violations must be dealt with under the laws
of the land, and full cooperation extended to those empowered to supervise the
steps ahead, such as the police, the Election Commission, and the UN. The
people’s mandate, and their trust, must not be betrayed.
India stands ready to continue to help in every way, to ensure that this
historic opportunity is not lost.
New Delhi
21 November 2006