Nepal PM Sher Bahadur Deuba offers prayers at Tirupati

Tirupati, Aug 26: The Nepal Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has offered prayers at the famous hill temple of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala here on Saturday.

Deuba, who has been on a four-day visit to India since August 23, his first trip abroad after assuming office in June, arrived here with wife Arzu Rana Deuba, family members, and officials.

Andhra Pradesh Information and Public Relations Minister Kalva Srinivasulu accompanied Deuba during his visit here.

On his arrival at the temple, he was accorded a ceremonial welcome by the temple management.

He was honored with a sacred silk cloth, a photo of the presiding deity and 'Prasadams' by the temple Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal, sources said.

Deuba said he prayed to Lord Venkateswara to bestow blessings for the progress and prosperity of Nepal.

He said the relationship between India and Nepal has been very cordial as the roots and culture of both countries are almost alike.