NEW DELHI, 3 June 2026 (TON): Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah , speaking in Parliament on Sunday, said that its not only India that has encroached on Nepal’s territories but Nepal has also encroached on Indian territories. His statement spurred anger among Nepali lawmakers.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah said Nepal had already sent a diplomatic note to India and received a reply, which states that both governments will form teams comprising historians, surveyors and expert familiar with the territory and seek a resolution through table talks.
He added that Nepal had also held diplomatic talks with China and the United Kingdom over the border dispute.
Ever since Balendra Shah’s remarks claim Nepalese territory, Indian Ministry of External Affairs is in fix while Indian forces have been alerted to remain vigilant over third country intervention.