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    BJP MP alleges intrusion in Arunachal Pradesh, Army denies it

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    The Indian Army, however, denied any intrusion and stated that during monsoons whenever the Nalas (water channel) are in spates, temporary bridges are constructed by the patrols for their movement.

    BJP MP alleges intrusion in Arunachal Pradesh, army denies it
    A file image of an Indian Army major guarding the Indian post at Indo-China border area in Bumla, Arunachal Pradesh. (Representative image)
    GUWAHATI: BJP MP from Arunachal Pradesh and state BJP president, Tapir Gao has alleged that the Chinese Army intruded into Arunachal Pradesh's remote Anjaw district and constructed a bridge over a stream.

    The Indian Army, however, denied any intrusion and stated that during monsoons whenever the Nalas (water channel) are in spates, temporary bridges are constructed by the patrols for their movement.

    Gao while talking to media persons said that Chinese troops intruded in Indian territory and built a bridge over Kiomru Nullah in Chaglagam circle. It was witnessed by some local youths.

    "The area is roughly 25 km Northeast of Chaglagam and is an Indian territory," he added.

    China claims Arunachal Pradesh is part of south Tibet, which it took over in 1950.

    A defence spokesperson said, “There has been no such incursion. The area being referred to is the area of Fish Tail. There is differing perception of the alignment of the Line of Actual control (LAC), as are many other areas. The terrain is thickly vegetated and all movements are undertaken on foot along Nalas and streams. During monsoons whenever the Nalas are in spates, temporary bridges are constructed by the patrols for their movement.”

    The spokesperson added, “Being an area of differing claims, troops routinely from either side patrol the area. In addition, civilian hunters and herb collectors also frequent here during summer months. It is reiterated that there is no permanent presence of either Chinese soldiers or civilians in the area and surveillance is maintained by our troops.”

    The spokesperson also said India and China have well established diplomatic and military mechanisms to address all issues in our border areas. The two sides agree that maintenance of peace and tranquility in all areas of Indo-China border areas as a prerequisite to smooth development of overall bilateral relations. Both countries have also agreed to work towards a fair reasonable and mutually acceptable settlement of the boundary question on the basis of 2005 Agreement on Political Parameters and Guiding Principles.


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