Daily News Analysis June 2024 ‘Lipulekh Pass’: June 14

Key Points: 

• Lipulekh Pass is a high-altitude mountain pass located in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, near the trijunction of India, Nepal, and China.
• It connects Uttarakhand with the Tibet region of China.
• The pass sits at an altitude of about 5,334 meters (17,500 feet).
• Known for its challenging terrain with steep ascents and rugged landscapes.
• It serves as a gateway to the higher reaches of the Himalayas.
• Historically, Lipulekh Pass has been used as a trade route between the Indian subcontinent and the Tibetan plateau.
• Holds religious importance as part of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, essential for Hindu pilgrims visiting Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Lake.
• It was the first Indian border post to open for trade with China in 1992, followed by Shipki La in 1994 and Nathu La in 2006.

Why in the News: 

• Indian traders have urged the government to address the resumption of border trade through the Lipulekh Pass with China.