India has firmly rejected Nepal's objections regarding the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra's route through Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, asserting that Nepal's territorial claims are not justified by historical facts. The Nepalese government sent diplomatic notes to India and China, expressing concerns over the pilgrimage route, which has been in use since 1954. India's external affairs ministry spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, stated that the claims made by Nepal are untenable and emphasized India's consistent position on this matter. He also mentioned that India is open to constructive dialogue with Nepal regarding outstanding boundary issues. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is scheduled to take place from June to August, with ten batches of 50 pilgrims each traveling through Lipulekh Pass, alongside additional groups traveling via Nathu La in Sikkim state. Nepal's foreign ministry argues that areas including Lipulekh, Kalapani, and Limpiyadhura are integral parts of its territory under the Sugauli Treaty of 1816.