‘Encroached territory’: Why India-Nepal border dispute is heating up again | Border Disputes News

Balendra Shah, Nepal's Prime Minister, reignited a long-standing border dispute with India by claiming that Nepal has encroached on Indian territory. Shah made these statements during his first formal address to the Nepali Parliament. The dispute centers around the disputed territories of Limpiyadhura, Lipulekh, and Kalapani, which have been a point of contention between the two countries for centuries. While both sides claim historical ownership, India points to revenue records from the 1830s suggesting that the region was historically administered by what is now India. Shah's comments sparked criticism from Nepali lawmakers and opposition parties, who demanded clarification on his claims. Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded by reiterating its commitment to resolving border disputes through diplomatic channels. The dispute has been periodically bubbling up over the years, with both countries engaging in diplomatic efforts to resolve it.