Why is it in the news?
India is engaging China to explore additional Kailash Mansarovar Yatra route.
Possibility of using Shipki La Pass discussed in Parliament.
Category: Geography
Important Points:
● High mountain pass in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh
● Borders India and China
● Altitude: 3,930 metres
● One of the highest motorable passes
● Located near village of Khab
● Offshoot of ancient Silk Road
● Old name: Pema La (Shared Gate/Shared Pass)
● Declared Line of Actual Control post-1962
● Sutlej River enters India through this pass
● Third frontier post for India-China trade (others: Lipulekh, Nathula)