New Delhi, Sept. 13 -- Former Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Lobsang Sangay highlighted China's growing influence in South Asia, particularly in Nepal, accusing Chinese Embassy officials of interfering directly in local affairs.

Speaking with ANI, Sangay expressed concerns about China's expansionist policies and warned India to be cautious in its dealings with Beijing.

In response to a question about whether India, like many Southeast Asian nations, is avoiding the Tibet issue to maintain its trade and diplomatic ties with China, Sangay said he does not believe India is following the same approach. However, he emphasised that China is systematically working to checkmate India's efforts to expand its influence in the region.

"India has...