A Cartographic Snub: The Missing North East on India's Map Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain, who won silver at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, recently pointed out that her home region, the Northeast, was missing from a map displayed by a popular Indian restaurant.
This omission highlights the complexities of national identity and the nuances of India's regional diversity.
The Northeast, comprising states such as Assam, Meghalaya, and Manipur, has long been a sensitive region in India due to its complex history and cultural identity.