Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:18am on 01 Jun 2026,Monday India Global
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra “Balen” Shah triggered controversy after telling Parliament that Nepal, like India, has also occupied land across the bilateral border. Shah said he learned after taking office that cross-border occupation exists on both sides and stressed that disputes should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. He also suggested involving the United Kingdom, citing its historical role in shaping regional boundaries. The remarks sparked criticism from opposition leaders, border experts and sections of Nepal’s political establishment, who argued the statement undermined national interests. Nepal’s Foreign Ministry later clarified that Shah was referring to occupation and land use issues in border areas, not territorial claims or formal boundary revisions whatsoever.
