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The Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) conducted 2,899 patrols along the China border between April and December in 2022.
There are at least 26 patrolling points — out of the 65 such points in eastern Ladakh.
There is no mutually agreed border on several stretches.
ITBP
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is a border guarding force of India – China border.
ITBP
ITPB is responsible for guarding the 3,488 km.
From Karakoram Pass in Ladakh to Jachep La in Arunachal Pradesh.
The ITBP was raised on October 24, 1962, in the aftermath of the Sino-Indian War.
ITBP personnel are highly trained and equipped to operate in the harsh Himalayan terrain.
key roles and responsibilities of the ITBP
Guarding the India-China border
Conducting search and rescue operations in the Himalayas
ITBP
Providing relief and assistance to the local population during natural disasters.
Maintaining law and order in the border areas
Countering terrorism and smuggling.
Providing security to VIPs and vital installations.
Protecting the country's wildlife and heritage sites.
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