Even as India and China brigade commanders level talks are on at Chushul, a recap of events since Saturday night/early Sunday reveals that the shoe is on the other foot now simply because China has been presented a fait accompli much in the same manner as it had tried since May
Indian troops in large numbers (withholding exact size of the force for now) are now sitting atop a ridge line that extends from south of Pangong Tso to Spanggur Tso going through Chushul-Rezang La and extending upto Richin (Requin) La overlooking a crucial Chinese camp at Moldo
Indiian troops raced to the top of hill features like Magar Hill, Gurung Hill and Richin La when it noticed Chinese movement on Saturday night before the PLA troops could climb. Now, the Chinese are seeking restoration of status quo ante! These heights were unoccupied since 1962.
The PLA can still attempt to dislodge Indian troops from the ridge line (which will mean a bloody skirmish) or do another ingress/intrusion into unheld areas. Either way, the ball is in China's court. Now the outcome of the ongoing meeting is awaited
