The 14^th meeting of the India-Nepal Joint Working Group (JWG) was held on 20–21 August 2026 in Dehradun.

The Indian delegation was led by Ms. Pausumi Basu, Joint Secretary (BM-I), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The Nepali delegation was led by Mr. Ananda Kafle, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of Nepal.

Both sides reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral cooperation on border management and security, and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in these areas.

Discussions covered addressing trans-border crime and criminal activities; the strengthening and effective utilisation of border infrastructure, particularly Integrated Check Posts (ICPs), roads and railway networks; and the removal of encroachments and maintenance of boundary pillars.

The two sides also exchanged views on strengthening institutional coordination and capacity building across various sectors, and agreed to sustain engagement in these areas.

It was agreed that the next meeting of the Joint Working Group will be held in Nepal at a mutually convenient date.

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