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China Deceptively Brings In Hundreds Of Troops And Construction Equipment To Galwan Valley: Report
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Despite ongoing talks to diffuse the border face-off between India and China, the Chinese People's Liberation Army has deceptively brought in hundreds of troops and heavy construction equipment to the Galwan valley in the last few days, Economic Times has reported.
The report claims that as per satellite imagery, China has deployed at least one combined arms brigade along the Shyok river. The images also show "scores of vehicles used to transport troops, heavy construction equipment and tents for forward deployed soldiers".
The report adds that despite earlier talks between the two sides which resulted in an agreement to move back by a kilometre, China proceeded to bring in additional troops and has been reportedly increasing its buildup in recent days.
The Chinese troops in a premeditated move attacked Indian soldiers on the night of 15 June after refusing to vacate illegal camps made in the Galwan valley despite agreements. The attack resulted in the death of 20 Indian Army soldiers including Commanding Officer Colonel Santosh Babu.
The Indian Army in a fierce retaliation inflicted over 40 casualties on the Chinese side. A Chinese Commanding Officer also died in the face-off.
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