Pullback begins from Depsang and Demchok
The Morning Standard|October 25, 2024
Forces have moved away from stand-off points but remain in the vicinity, say sources
Mayank Singh
Pullback begins from Depsang and Demchok

DAYS after India and China disclosed that an agreement has been reached to de-escalate the border tension, sources said on Thursday that troops from both sides have begun disengaging from the standoff points in Depsang and Demchok in Eastern Ladakh.

The troops have moved away from the points near the Y-Junction in Depsang and Charding Nullah Junction in Demchok, it is learnt. "But the troops remain in the vicinity," sources said, indicating that both sides are treading cautiously.

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