Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has unequivocally rejected recent claims of a fresh Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) incursion into Indian territory near Taksing, located in the Upper Subansiri district. Speaking to reporters on Friday, the Chief Minister stated that he found the allegations of an intrusion unsubstantiated given the strong Indian military presence in the region.
"I don’t think an incursion happened in Indian territory because the Indian Army was deployed in the border and maintaining the area," Khandu was quoted as saying, underscoring his confidence in the nation's defence capabilities. Despite this assurance, the Chief Minister affirmed that his administration would undertake an independent verification process to thoroughly investigate the claims. These allegations primarily emerged from local community groups who reported concerns about perceived Chinese activities in the sensitive border zone.
In a move aimed at addressing local anxieties and gathering firsthand information, Chief Minister Khandu also announced plans for the government to engage directly with the Nah community. This indigenous group, residing in the Taksing area, has been particularly vocal in raising concerns over the alleged Chinese movements. The commitment to dialogue with local residents highlights the state government’s proactive approach to border management and its resolve to ensure the security and well-being of communities living along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh. This incident underscores the persistent vigilance required in the strategically vital frontier areas.
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