ASSAM- MIZORAM

To solve the Assam- Mizoram border dispute and to arrive at a permanent solution, the Centre has asked the North Eastern Space Application Centre (NESAC) to map and demarcate the State boundaries using satellite imaging.

About NESAC:

• Established in 2005, it is a joint initiative of the Department of Space (DoS) and the North Eastern Council (NEC).
• It is located in Shillong.
• It helps in augmenting the developmental process in the region by providing advanced space technology support.

SIKKIM

• India, China establish hotline in north Sikkim:
• The hotline has been established between the Indian Army at Kongra La in north Sikkim and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) at Khamba Dzong in the Tibet Autonomous Region to further the spirit of trust and cordial relations along the border.
• At present, India and China have two military hotlines in eastern Ladakh, among others at Chushul and Daulat Beg Oldi.
• A hotline is a direct phone line set up for a specific purpose, especially for use in emergencies or for communication between heads of government