Lipulekh Pass Latest News
India rejects Nepal’s claims over Lipulekh after India, China restart trade through border points.
About Lipulekh Pass
- Location: It is a high-altitude mountain pass located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, near the trijunction of India, Nepal, and China.
- It links the Indian state of Uttarakhand with the Tibet region of China.
- Altitude: It lies at an altitude of approximately 5,334 meters (17,500 feet).
- Its elevation and strategic location make it a gateway to the higher reaches of the Himalayas.
- It is the first Indian border post opened for trade with China in 1992.
- This was followed by the opening of Shipki La Pass, Himachal Pradesh in 1994 and Nathu La Pass, Sikkim in 2006.
Significance of Lipulekh Pass
- Ancient Trade Route: Lipulekh Pass has been utilized for centuries as a trade route, connecting the Indian subcontinent with the Tibetan plateau.
- Religious Significance: The pass also has religious significance, being an integral part of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, a sacred pilgrimage for Hindus.
Source: TH
Lipulekh Pass FAQs
Q1: Which countries share the Lipulekh Pass with India?
Ans: Nepal, and China
Q2: Where is Kumaon Himalaya?
Ans: It lies between the Sutlej River in the west and the Kali River in the East.
