India's Firm Stand Against CPEC: Security Concerns & Diplomatic Protests

India has continually protested against the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as it passes through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, which India claims. The Centre informed Parliament that discussions about expanding CPEC to Afghanistan have been noted, and India has consistently opposed such plans due to territorial concerns.

The Indian government is vociferously protesting the inclusion of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), citing security concerns and territorial violations. India's Parliament was informed about strategic discussions involving Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan regarding CPEC expansion.

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a bilateral infrastructure venture that traverses through contested regions of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, has long stood opposed by India. Officials assert that this undermines India's territorial claims and have urged cessation of activities.

Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, reiterated that India's stance remains unaltered, maintaining vigilance on developments related to this corridor. Any attempts to involve third-party countries in the project remain unacceptable to the Indian government.

(With inputs from agencies.)