Nepal raises Lipulekh issue with India and China; India rejects claims based on historical facts
Nepal has expressed concerns to both India and China regarding the upcoming Kailash Yatra through the Kalapani-Limpiyadhura-Lipulekh region, reiterating its claim that the area is part of Nepal's sovereign territory. India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) responded by stating that Nepal's claims on the Lipulekh Pass are not based on "historical facts." Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs asserted that Limpiyadhura, Lipulek, and Kalapani east of the Mahakali river are integral parts of Nepal since the Treaty of Sugauli of 1816. India maintains that Lipulekh Pass has been a long-standing route for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra since 1954.
Key Points
- Nepal has raised concerns with India and China over the Kailash Yatra route through the Kalapani-Limpiyadhura-Lipulekh region, claiming it as its sovereign territory.
- India's Ministry of External Affairs dismissed Nepal's claims on Lipulekh Pass, stating they are not based on historical facts.
- Nepal asserts that Limpiyadhura, Lipulek, and Kalapani east of the Mahakali river are integral parts of Nepal since the Treaty of Sugauli of 1816.
- India considers Lipulekh Pass a traditional route for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, in use since 1954.
Exam Facts
- The disputed region includes Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh.
- Nepal bases its claim on the Treaty of Sugauli of 1816.
- India states Lipulekh Pass has been a yatra route since 1954.
- Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's upcoming visit to Nepal was mentioned.
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