Nepal has raised objections to India's planned Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Lipulekh Pass, asserting that the area is part of its territory. The Nepalese Foreign Ministry stated that Kathmandu was not consulted about the pilgrimage route, which is set to take place between June and August. Nepal's claim relies on the Sugauli Treaty of 1816, which delineates its borders. The ministry reiterated its commitment to resolving the border issue through diplomatic means, emphasizing the importance of historical agreements. The controversy escalated after India inaugurated a road linking Dharchula to Lipulekh Pass, prompting Nepal to include these territories in its official map under the leadership of former Prime Minister K.P. Oli in May 2020. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, which is significant for Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists, resumed last year after a five-year hiatus, aiming to normalize relations between India and China.