Overview
On 14 August 2026, Mallikarjun Kharge used his X account to demand answers from the Congress government about alleged Chinese moves in the sensitive border state of Arunachal Pradesh. He raised concerns that the PLA might have expanded its presence near Taksing and that India could have lost regular access to the designated Patrolling Point called Shera‑5.
Key Developments
- Kharge asked whether the PLA had increased its footprint near Taksing.
- He questioned the loss of regular Indian patrols to Shera‑5 and the seasonal limitation of Indian patrols during winter.
- The Congress leader highlighted that traditional grazing and hunting grounds of local communities are reportedly becoming inaccessible.
- Kharge demanded clarification on the status of the disengagement in eastern Ladakh and whether the pre‑May 2020 status quo has been fully restored.
- He accused the BJP government of “hiding facts” and called for answers from the Prime Minister, Defence