Published 17:54 IST, September 18th 2019

Rajnath Singh approves writing on Indian borders, says it's important

Rajnath Singh, Indian Defence Minister has given his approval for initiating the work of writing the history of India's borders as it is important, he says

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Rajnath Singh, India's Defence Minister, has given his approval for initiating work of writing history of India's borders on September 18. According to reports, statement comes after Minister held a meeting on September 17, with eminent experts of Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, Directorate General of Archives (DGA), and officials of Home Affairs, External Affairs and Defence ministries.

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Writing on Indian borders- important 

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during meeting emphasized importance of writing about Indian borders. According to him, writing about m will provide a good understanding of general public, which is extremely necessary. According to reports, he has also welcomed suggestions about initiative. He has furr directed officials to consult experts for action plan that is required to write about Indian borders. According to reports, first-of-its-kind project is expected to complete within two years. Taking it to Twitter, Defence Minister's office has tweeted about project. 

 

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India and its borders

India shares its land borders with seven countries across world. This includes Bhutan, Banglesh, China, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan. Furr, India shares its maritime borders with Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indonesia. India's border with Pakistan- Line of Control (LOC) is considered fragile as re are several incidences of cross-border infiltration and ceasefire violations. On or hand, Line of Actual Control (LAC) divides India and China.

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14:50 IST, September 18th 2019