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Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Calls for Dialogue as Kotia Border Dispute Flare Up
✍️ India Today
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 11:47 PM
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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan urged a peaceful dialogue after the Kotia border row resurfaced, warning that continued tension could affect bilateral ties.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday appealed for immediate dialogue between the two sides after the long‑standing Kotia border dispute between India and Bangladesh flared up again. He said that escalating tensions at the frontier could jeopardise the broader relationship between the neighbours.
The Kotia area, located along the Assam‑Bangladesh border, has periodically witnessed disagreements over riverine demarcation and local movement. Recent reports indicate that the latest skirmishes have revived concerns among border communities and officials.
Pradhan emphasized that diplomatic engagement, rather than confrontation, is the preferred route to resolve the issue. He urged both governments to address the matter through established channels, underscoring the importance of maintaining peace and cooperation in the region.
The Kotia area, located along the Assam‑Bangladesh border, has periodically witnessed disagreements over riverine demarcation and local movement. Recent reports indicate that the latest skirmishes have revived concerns among border communities and officials.
Pradhan emphasized that diplomatic engagement, rather than confrontation, is the preferred route to resolve the issue. He urged both governments to address the matter through established channels, underscoring the importance of maintaining peace and cooperation in the region.