China Strengthens Border Positions With New Roads, Camps And Heavy Weaponry Along LAC: Report

Despite the disengagement of troops in Depsang and Demchok last October and ongoing diplomatic engagements, China continues to build up its military infrastructure along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), stretching from eastern Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh, reported Times of India.

The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has reportedly intensified construction activities at multiple locations along the border, including key areas such as Rongto Chu and other valleys in the eastern sector.

"The infrastructure development activities of the PLA are continuing at multiple locations along the LAC," a defence source was quoted as saying by the Times of India.

China's Strategic Build-Up in Arunachal Pradesh

According to the report, one of the most critical areas witnessing heightened Chinese activity is Yangtse in the Tawang sector of Arunachal Pradesh.

The PLA is aggressively working to neutralise India's tactical advantage in the region, where Indian forces control the high ground with a strategic view of PLA positions.

Recent satellite imagery confirms that China has been building new roads, including one from Lampug towards Tangwu, to enhance connectivity and gain higher ground for military operations.

These roads provide the PLA with an "unobstructed view of Indian ground lines of communication" in the region, satellite imagery analyst @NatureDesai noted on X.

The PLA has reportedly also expanded military camps and upgraded dirt tracks into concrete roads, enabling rapid troop mobilisation.

The new infrastructure includes helipads, gun positions, and forward deployment of heavy weaponry, further reinforcing China's military preparedness along the LAC.

India’s Response and Growing Tensions

Indian military officials have reportedly acknowledged the infrastructure developments but maintain that both nations are engaged in border development under existing agreements.

However, deviations from these protocols are being addressed through diplomatic and military channels.

"Any deviation from agreements and protocols by the Chinese side, once observed, is being raised at appropriate levels during engagements through various existing mechanisms," an official Army source was quoted as saying in the ToI report.

India has also been strengthening its border infrastructure to counter Chinese advancements, particularly in areas like Tawang, Naku La (North Sikkim), and the Subansiri River Valley.

No Signs of De-Escalation Yet

While disengagement at Depsang and Demchok restored some level of normalcy, China has not agreed to a full de-escalation or withdrawal of troops along the LAC.

The PLA continues to maintain forward-deployed positions with heavy artillery, indicating Beijing’s reluctance to scale down tensions.

As new military infrastructure emerges across Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh, experts warn that the situation remains precarious.

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