Shipki La Pass: India–China Border Pass in Himachal Pradesh

Category: Indian Geography & Border Infrastructure

  • Shipki La is a high-altitude mountain pass in Himachal Pradesh.
  • It lies on the India–China border.
  • The pass is associated with Kinnaur district.
  • The Sutlej River enters India through the Shipki La region.
  • It has strategic importance for border connectivity, trade and defence logistics.
  • It is one of the important Himalayan passes connecting India with the Tibetan region.
  • UPSC Focus: Himalayan passes, Sutlej, Himachal Pradesh, India–China border.