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New Delhi: Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Balen Shah has once again come into the midst of political controversies. Let us tell you, one of his statements given in the Parliament on the India-Nepal border dispute has created a stir in the politics of Nepal. After his statement, opposition parties, student organizations and many political groups have started demanding his resignation, terming the statement given by him as irresponsible. In the meantime, let us know what is the whole matter?

What did Prime Minister Balendra Shah say

Let us tell you, during the discussion on the border dispute in Parliament, Prime Minister Balendra Shah said that in some parts of the border, there has been encroachment into Indian territory by Nepal. After his statement, sharp reactions are being seen from across the country. Critics say such remarks could weaken Nepal’s long-standing official stance.

students protested

Further, in his address, the Prime Minister also said that the border dispute between India and Nepal should be resolved on the basis of facts and historical documents instead of mere allegations and counter-allegations. Along with this, he has talked about finding a solution with the help of historians, survey experts and technical teams. However, after his statement, protests started at many places including Kathmandu.

Let us tell you, survey experts and organizations have started taking to the streets and raising slogans against the government and demanded a public apology from the Prime Minister. Along with this, opposition MPs within the Parliament have also expressed their protest and demanded removal of the statement from the records.

Foreign Ministry gave clarification

After the controversy escalated, Nepal’s Foreign Ministry issued a clarification saying that the Prime Minister wanted to draw attention to the practical and local level issues present on the border. The ministry clarified that Nepal stands firm on its territorial claims and talks are ongoing with India through established mechanisms to resolve border issues.

What will be the outcome of the dispute?

This dispute has come to light at a time when there have been long standing differences between India and Nepal regarding areas like Kalapani, Lipulekh and Limpiyadhura. Apart from this, both the countries have been making claims on their respective historical and legal grounds. Now it is being said that the current controversy can become a big political challenge for the Nepal government.