India, Oct. 24 -- India on Friday said the situation along the India-China border is periodically disrupted when Chinese troops deviate from established patrolling patterns, following remarks by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) chief about continuing face-offs in Arunachal Pradesh.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said both countries remain engaged through existing diplomatic and military mechanisms to address unresolved border issues and prevent misunderstandings along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

The statement came a day after ITBP Director General Shatrujeet Kapur said face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops were continuing at several locations in Arunachal Pradesh, prompting questions about the government's asses...