Archive · 10 Nov 2025
India Seeks End to LAC Patrolling Freeze; China Requests More Time
Five years ago, Indian and Chinese soldiers fought near the border in a place called Ladakh.
Since then, they agreed not to patrol in some areas to keep things calm.
Now, India wants to start patrolling again.
But China said they need more time to think about it.
Even though some Chinese soldiers have moved a little further from the border, they are still close by.
India wants everyone to go back to their regular bases.
There have been some good signs, like people being allowed to travel to a holy place again and a trade route opening.
Both sides plan to have more talks soon to figure things out and keep the border peaceful.
India has raised the issue of ending a patrolling moratorium along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) during recent high-level talks with China.
China has requested more time to consider India's proposal to end the patrolling freeze, which was established over four years ago.
The patrolling moratorium was implemented to reduce tensions and has been adhered to in areas like PP-16, PP-17, and the North Bank of Pangong Tso.
While Chinese troop numbers near the LAC are slightly reduced compared to last year, India seeks complete de-escalation with troops returning to bases.
Positive developments include the resumption of the Mansarovar Yatra and the reopening of the Nathula trade corridor, with further meetings planned.
- Who
- Indian and Chinese military officials
- What
- Discussion regarding ending a moratorium on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and troop de-escalation.
- When
- Following the Galwan clashes in June 2020; recent high-level talks and upcoming meetings.
- Where
- Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Ladakh area, including specific points like PP-16, PP-17, and the North Bank of Pangong Tso.
- Why
- To reduce tensions, de-escalate troop presence, and restore normal border activities after a period of moratorium on patrolling.
India
China
Patrolling Moratorium
India
India wants to end the moratorium on patrolling in certain areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) that was established over four years ago to reduce tensions.
China
China's military commander stated that they 'need more time' to consider India's request to end the patrolling moratorium.
Troop Deployment
India
India is keen on complete de-escalation, with all troops returning to their bases. While China's troop numbers are marginally less than last year, they remain close to the LAC.
China
China maintains troops close to the LAC, though numbers have slightly decreased compared to the previous year.
- Galwan Clashes Date
- June 2020
- Patrolling Moratorium Areas
- PP-16, PP-17, and the North Bank of Pangong Tso
- Recent Troop Numbers
- Marginally less than last year
- Positive Developments
- Resumption of Mansarovar Yatra, reopening of trade corridor in Nathula
- Scheduled Meetings
- Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC)
