Ahead of an expected visit by the Nepali Foreign Secretary, Nepal has expressed concerns to both India and China regarding the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra route passing through Lipulekh Pass. Nepal reiterates its territorial claim to the area, while India maintains it has been a long-standing route since 1954.

Nepal reiterates territorial claim to Lipulekh Pass, flags concerns over Kailash Manasarovar Yatra; India says the border pass has been long standing route for the yatra since 1954; it is unclear whether the Foreign Secretary will get to meet Nepal PM during the visit originally slated for May 11-12