Nepal claims 'Lipulekh’, objects to Indians travelling to Kailash Mansarovar via Lipulekh pass

Kathmandu (Nepal) – Nepal has objected to the Indian government’s announcement of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via the Lipulekh Pass in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. Nepal has once again claimed that Lipulekh is part of Nepal. Nepal has registered its opposition to India and China as both the countries are cooperating for this Yatra. The Yatra will be held from June to August this year. Nepal has also expressed strong displeasure over India’s decision to open trade with China through this route.

🚩 Nepal’s Unjustified Stance on Lipulekh! 🚩

Nepal objects to Indians using the Lipulekh route for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, claiming the territory as its own.

🔹 India’s Firm Response: Nepal's claims are NOT justified. 🇮🇳

🔹 The Reality: No matter which government… pic.twitter.com/c4l11eeOKt

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Won’t tolerate foreign interference

Nepal’s Foreign Ministry has said that according to the Sugauli Treaty of 1816, Limpiyadhura, Lipulekh and Kalapani on the east side of the Mahakali River are an integral part of Nepal. Since these areas are ours, we will not tolerate any interference from any foreign country. Nepal is committed to resolving this border issue through diplomatic means without damaging its friendly relations with India, based on historical opportunities, maps and evidence.

The Nepal government had earlier requested India not to build roads or conduct pilgrimages in this area.

‘Nepal’s claims unjustified’ : India’s response

Indian External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, while presenting the government’s official position, said that the Lipulekh Pass route is not new. Since 1954, this route has been used as the main route for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. The pilgrimage has been taking place on this route for the past several decades. India’s position on this issue has always been clear and consistent. Therefore, Nepal’s claim is not justified. It is not based on any historical facts or evidence. Such ‘unilateral artificial expansion’ of territorial claims is not acceptable to India under any circumstances. India is always ready to hold constructive discussions with Nepal on pending border issues and find a solution through diplomatic dialogue.