Lipulekh Pass, Location, Altitude, Significance, Latest News

It lies between the Sutlej River in the west and the Kali River in the East.

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Lipulekh Pass Latest News

India rejects Nepal’s claims over Lipulekh after India, China restart trade through border points.

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.

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

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