Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Monday accused BJP leaders of “rationalising” Chinese actions after remarks made by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on the situation along the India-China border.
Mr. Ramesh said Mr. Khandu’s comments contradicted his earlier dismissal of reports about Chinese incursions in Taksing. He also noted that the remarks came a week after the ITBP chief confirmed face-offs at several locations in Arunachal Pradesh.
The Congress leader’s comments came amid renewed political debate over border tensions in the State. The latest remarks have brought fresh scrutiny to the government’s position on reported Chinese activity along the frontier.
