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Arunachal CM Khandu brushes aside China's territorial claims, repeated renaming of places: ‘We don’t give a damn'

From Hindustan Times · () English

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  • Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu dismissed China's territorial claims and renaming of places.
  • Khandu stated that China's claims are not new and their renaming attempts are habitual.
  • He asserted that India "doesn't give a damn" about China's actions regarding Arunachal Pradesh.

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has firmly rejected China's repeated territorial claims and its practice of renaming places within the Indian state. Khandu dismissed these actions, stating that Beijing's claims are a familiar occurrence and that the renaming attempts are simply a matter of habit.

Responding to China's persistent efforts to assert sovereignty over Arunachal Pradesh, Khandu conveyed a strong message of defiance. He emphasized that India remains unfazed by these maneuvers, asserting that the government "doesn't give a damn" about China's territorial assertions or its attempts to alter the identity of the region through nomenclature changes.

The Chief Minister's remarks underscore India's unwavering stance on the sovereignty of Arunachal Pradesh. Despite China's consistent challenges and its recent moves to rename several locations in the state, India maintains its position that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of the country. Khandu's dismissive tone signals a resolute approach to defending India's territorial integrity against external pressures.

We don’t give a damn

— Pema KhanduArunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu's response to China's territorial claims and renaming of places.
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