October 07, 2026 05:19 am (IST)
Chinese troops had infiltrated in Uttarakhand, confirms CM Harish Rawat
New Delhi, July 27 (IBNS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat has confirmed reports of a Chinese troops incursion in the Chamoli district of the state leading to a face-off for an hour, according to media reports.
Rawat told a news agency that the Chinese troops have not touched an important canal there and both the sides later pulled back.
According to him it occurred in a grazing ground that is 80 sq km with claims on the land by both the giant neighbours.
"I am sure the central government will take note," Rawat told ANI.
The state of Uttarakhand has a 350 km long border with China.
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