Arunachal Woman Detained at Shanghai Airport Over ‘Arunachal Linkage’ | India Seeks Assurances

Arunachal Woman Detained at Shanghai Airport Over ‘Arunachal Linkage’ | India Seeks Assurances

Published : Nov 25, 2025, 12:10 PM IST

Arunachal woman Prema Thongdok faced an ordeal at Shanghai Airport after officials questioned her Indian passport, citing her Arunachal Pradesh birthplace. She detailed the harassment in a letter to senior Indian authorities, urging action. Indian officials are now seeking assurances and clarity from China after her distressing experience triggered diplomatic concern.