Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat on Wednesday confirmed reports of an incursion by Chinese troops in the Chamoli area of the state.
"It's a matter of concern. Our border has been peaceful. We have ordered to increase vigilance. I am sure the Centre will take cognizance of the issue," Rawat told ANI.
The Uttarakhand CM said it was a relief that the Chinese forces did not reach an important canal in that area.
Union minister of state for Home Kiren Rijiju said the Centre will seek a report.
Sources said the Indo Tibetan Border Police has sent a report to the home ministry saying there was incursion in Barahoti near Chamoli.
According to the report, a platoon of Chinese soldiers were sighted for a few hours inside disputed territory that India claims as its own. The troops withdrew after a few hours.
Uttarakhand shares a 350 km boundary with China, and last year the word 'China' was seen scribbled on a rock in Mana Pass.
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