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Defence
India Names 21 Arunachal Regions, 4 Passes, 1 Lake to Counter China
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 08 Aug 2026, 01:36 PM
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India has officially named 21 land areas, four mountain passes, and a lake in Arunachal Pradesh, a move aimed at countering Chinese claims in the region.
India has officially designated 21 land areas, four mountain passes and a lake in Arunachal Pradesh, a decision announced by the government to strengthen its stance against Chinese claims in the disputed border region.
The naming exercise is part of a broader strategy to assert sovereignty over Arunachal, a state that China has long disputed. By formally assigning names to these strategic locations, India aims to solidify administrative control and improve coordination of security forces.
The list was released in a recent press statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs, which highlighted the importance of clear demarcation for both governance and defense planning.
Officials say the new names will aid in accurate mapping, facilitate logistical support for troops, and serve as a symbolic reminder of India's territorial integrity in the area.
The naming exercise is part of a broader strategy to assert sovereignty over Arunachal, a state that China has long disputed. By formally assigning names to these strategic locations, India aims to solidify administrative control and improve coordination of security forces.
The list was released in a recent press statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs, which highlighted the importance of clear demarcation for both governance and defense planning.
Officials say the new names will aid in accurate mapping, facilitate logistical support for troops, and serve as a symbolic reminder of India's territorial integrity in the area.