“Restoration of peace and tranquillity, and respect for the LAC are an essential basis for the restoration of normalcy in bilateral relations,” the MEA has stated.

The Galwan clash on June 15, 2020, resulted in the deaths of 20 Indian soldiers, including Colonel Santosh Babu, as they resisted an attempt by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to encroach on Indian territory in East Ladakh. Unspecified numbers of Chinese soldiers also perished in the skirmish.

The discovery, made by the Indian Army near T Gompa in Tripe Heights, situated along the India-China border, has sparked excitement and wonder among the local community.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, conveyed India's strong disapproval and lodged a formal protest with China.

The affected route, which stands as the sole lifeline linking the Dibang Valley district with the rest of India, suffered extensive damage along the Roing Anini Highway between Hunli and Anini.

Indian Army's operation Sadbhavana spurs development initiatives in strategically significant border region.