What is Lipulekh and why is it at centre of India-Nepal border dispute? Explained
Nepal's new Prime Minister, Balendra Shah, stated that his government has sent a diplomatic note to India regarding the "encroachment" of territories. He asserted that both countries have encroached on each other's land in various locations. Shah expressed hope for resolving the dispute through dialogue and emphasized the importance of studying facts together as friends. While India has not yet responded, it previously rejected Nepal's objection to the upcoming Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Lipulekh Pass, stating that the route is long-established and the issue should be addressed through bilateral discussions. The dispute over Lipulekh stems from conflicting claims regarding the location of the Kali River, which is recognized as the natural border between the two countries.
2 JUN 2026
— Al Jazeera
Nepal's Prime Minister reignited a long-standing border dispute with India by claiming historical encroachment on Indian territory.
— NDTV
India rejected Nepal's request for third-party involvement in the boundary dispute, asserting that bilateral mechanisms are sufficient to resolve the issue.
— Indian Express
India rejected involvement of third parties in resolving the Nepal-India border dispute, stating that bilateral mechanisms are sufficient.
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