Kharge seeks Govt. answers over alleged increased Chinese activity on Arunachal Pradesh border
“After Galwan, now Arunachal Pradesh?” Mr. Kharge said in a post on X, describing reports that China was attempting to “push further” into areas of Arunachal Pradesh
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on August 14, 2026, called for answers from the Narendra Modi government regarding reports of China allegedly increasing its presence in sensitive areas of Arunachal Pradesh. Kharge questioned whether the People's Liberation Army (PLA) had expanded its reach near Taksing and whether India had lost access to Shera-5, a designated Patrolling Point.
He also inquired why Indian patrolling seemed limited during winter in the region, while the PLA maintained a presence year-round. Kharge sought clarification on reports that traditional grazing and hunting grounds were becoming inaccessible to local communities. He also questioned the government's stance on the disengagement between India and China in eastern Ladakh, asserting whether the pre-May 2020 status quo had been fully restored.
Kharge accused the BJP government of not providing clear information about the situation on the ground and demanded answers from Prime Minister Modi, Defence Minister, and Home Minister regarding the reported developments. The Congress president expressed disappointment, stating that the government's actions following the Galwan incident in 2020 seemed to embolden China and had "inspired no confidence."
Kharge affirmed the Congress's faith in the Indian Armed Forces' courage and capability, reaffirming India's unity against any Chinese aggression.
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