Unauthorised entry of Indian mil chopper into Nepali airspace in Darchula sparks diplomatic row

Last week, the helicopter flew directly above Nepalis’ houses in Chhangru, prompting residents to run out, shouting and protesting in anger.

A serious breach of sovereign airspace has occurred in the remote northwestern frontier of Nepal, after an Indian military helicopter carrying a high-ranking security official flew deep into Nepali territory without permission.