Territorial Tensions: Nepal Stands Firm on Lipulekh

Nepal has reignited its territorial claims over the Lipulekh Pass, calling for dialogue with India to settle the dispute. This comes as New Delhi rejects Nepal's claims, dubbing them an 'unilateral enlargement' and 'untenable'.

The contention arose after the Nepalese Foreign Ministry objected to preparations by India and China for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Lipulekh Pass. This pilgrimage holds deep religious significance for Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists.

Reacting sharply, India dismissed Nepal's stance, maintaining that the territory does not belong to Kathmandu. Nepal stresses the need for collaboration and diplomatic discussions to resolve the issue, with the matter formally communicated to India via a letter from Nepal's Foreign Ministry.

(With inputs from agencies.)