Neighbourhood First 2.0? India Deepens Nepal-Myanmar Outreach As Amit Shah Reviews Border Security

India has intensified its focus on regional diplomacy with renewed engagement with Nepal and Myanmar while reinforcing border security through Union Home Minister Amit Shah's multi-state review tour. The developments signal a fresh emphasis on the Modi government's Neighbourhood First policy as New Delhi seeks to strengthen strategic partnerships, improve connectivity, secure sensitive borders, and consolidate its influence across South Asia amid increasing geopolitical competition.