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India Objects to New World Map, Demands J&K and Ladakh Depicted as per Indian Cartography
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 09:48 PM
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The Indian government has formally lodged an objection to a recently published world map, insisting that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh be represented in line with the country's official cartographic standards.
India has formally raised an objection to a newly released world map, stating that the depiction of its territories does not conform to its official cartographic guidelines.
The Ministry of External Affairs, through a statement issued by New Delhi, demanded that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh be drawn in accordance with the map published by the Survey of India.
The complaint highlights concerns over the representation of disputed regions, emphasizing the need for consistency with India's internationally recognised borders.
While the map in question has not been identified in the statement, the government’s stance underscores its commitment to preserving the integrity of its territorial claims on global platforms.
The Ministry of External Affairs, through a statement issued by New Delhi, demanded that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh be drawn in accordance with the map published by the Survey of India.
The complaint highlights concerns over the representation of disputed regions, emphasizing the need for consistency with India's internationally recognised borders.
While the map in question has not been identified in the statement, the government’s stance underscores its commitment to preserving the integrity of its territorial claims on global platforms.