India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, condemns Nepal's decision to include disputed territories on their new Rs 100 currency note. The move escalates tensions between the two nations. Get all the details in this report.
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00:00In a recent development, India voiced its opposition to Nepal's decision to print a
00:09new currency note featuring a map that includes areas claimed by India.
00:15Nepal's cabinet decided to introduce a new Rs 100 currency note incorporating disputed
00:22territories namely Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani as part of its territory.
00:30This move has been strongly criticised by India, denouncing it as artificial enlargement
00:36and untenable.
00:38Reacting to Nepal's decision, Minister Jai Shankar emphasised the importance of dialogue
00:44through established platforms for resolving boundary disputes.
00:48However, Nepal's unilateral actions in printing the new currency note are unlikely to change
01:18The decision by Nepal's government of featuring disputed territories on its currency note
01:34comes amid strained relations between New Delhi and Kathmandu.
01:39Tensions escalated following India's inauguration of a new road in May 2020, sparking anger
01:46from the Nepalese government led by Prime Minister K.P.
01:50Sharma Oli.
01:51In response, Nepal released a new map incorporating disputed areas that India claims as its territory.
02:00This move led to a temporary breakdown in communication between the two countries, further
02:05exacerbated by Nepal's parliament passing a constitution amendment bill to legitimise
02:12the alteration to its map.
02:14The latest decision by Nepal's government has not only drawn criticism from India, but
02:19also sparked scepticism and dissent from Nepal itself.
02:24Chiranjeevi Nepal Economic Advisor to President Ramchandra Podel emphasised the untimeliness
02:32of Nepal's decision and its lack of consideration for broader implications.
02:37He noted that while Nepal may dispute certain territories with India, printing a currency
02:43note with a map different from internationally recognised borders is unwise.
02:50As the dispute continues to unfold, it underscores the complexities and sensitivities surrounding
02:56territorial disputes in the region.
02:59The need for diplomatic dialogue and mutual understanding remains paramount for resolving
03:04such contentious issues between India and Nepal.
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