In October 2024, India and China pulled back their troops at Depsang and Demchok in eastern Ladakh. However, China isn’t slowing down. Intelligence reports show that the Chinese military, known as the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), is building more military facilities along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), which separates Indian and Chinese territories.
An army source told The Times of India that the PLA is working on new roads and military camps in various areas. For example, in the Yangtse region of Arunachal Pradesh, which is very important strategically, China has been upgrading roads and building camps. The new concrete road from Tangwu village to the LAC will help China move its troops more quickly.
A satellite imagery expert, known as @NatureDesai, shared that two new roads are being built in Yangtse, including one that leads from Lampug to Tangwu. This will give Chinese troops a better view of Indian positions in the region.
An official from the Indian Army responded that both China and India are working on their infrastructure along the border, but they must stick to agreed guidelines. India is watching for any changes in Chinese activities and will raise concerns through proper channels.
China’s military construction isn’t just happening in Arunachal Pradesh; it’s happening all along the LAC, which stretches almost 3,500 kilometers. This includes parts in Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. Reports mention new roads, bridges, and military positions being set up.
The recent talks between Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister Sun Weidong in Beijing aimed to calm tensions that have been high since the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020. While there was some agreement to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and restore direct flights, both sides still need a plan to reduce troop presence along the LAC.
Although the disengagement at certain friction points has allowed some normal activities to resume, areas like Depsang and Demchok still see high military tensions. China’s hesitance to pull back its troops has kept the situation tense.
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