Katchatheevu Island Row: PM Modi Slams Congress Over 1974 Decision | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Katchatheevu Island Row: PM Modi Slams Congress Over 1974 Decision | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the Indian National Congress for "giving away" the Katchatheevu Island to Sri Lanka.
The Island, which was claimed by India and Sri Lanka, was given to Colombo by the Indira Gandhi-led government in 1974.
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has also criticised the then-government for this decision.
But what is the story of Katchatheevu, and why had New Delhi decided to withdraw its claim over the Island back then?
As India heads for polls in 20 days, what has brought this issue to tthe forefront?
Palki Sharma tells you on Vantage.
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