What is the new capital of Jammu and Kashmir?
The 149-year-old bi-annual tradition of shifting the capital of Jammu and Kashmir to Jammu during winters and Srinagar during summers is coming to an end. Peerzada Ashiq reports on a grand and expensive practice that led to the region becoming a melting pot of cultures and what its end portends for the people.
Is Kashmir city or state?
Jammu and Kashmir, union territory of India (until October 31, 2019, a state), located in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent centred on the plains around Jammu to the south and the Vale of Kashmir to the north.
Why do Chinese want Ladakh?
China fears that India’s emphasis on infrastructure building in areas near the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh and the Line of Control (LoC) in both Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir are part of a long-term military strategy. Incidentally, China had retreated from it in the 1962 war.
Why is China in Ladakh?
China already controls the Aksai Chin plateau further east of Ladakh. This region, claimed by India, is strategically important for Beijing as it connects its Xinjiang province with western Tibet. Beijing has consistently argued that it was Delhi’s provocative actions in Ladakh that led to the current stand-off.
Why is Ladakh famous?
Ladakh is most famous for breathtaking landscapes, the crystal clear skies, the highest mountain passes, thrilling adventure activities, Buddhist Monasteries and festivals. Ladakh gains a lot of popularity for being the only cold desert in India apart from bordering the World’s highest saltwater Lake Pangong Lake.
What are Pangong Tso fingers?
The mountain spurs jutting into the lake are referred to as ‘Fingers’ in military parlance. The north bank of the lake is divided into 8 fingers. India has claimed its territory till Finger 8 and China disputes its claims till Finger 4.
Is Pangong lake occupied by China?
Pangong Tso is in disputed territory. The Line of Actual Control passes through the lake. A section of the lake approximately 20 km east from the Line of Actual Control is controlled by China but claimed by India. The eastern end of the lake is in Tibet.
Can you swim in Pangong Lake?
Don’t go or swim in the lake But the lake is holy to the locals and the water is too cold. This type of activity can take your life as there is no hospital in a 34-kilometre radius.
Can Tourists enter Ladakh?
All tourist places of Ladakh are open for tourism. Inner line permits (ILP) can be obtained online from https://www.lahdclehpermit.in . A negative RT-PCR test report is mandatory to enter Ladakh. As Ladakh is completely safe for tourists, all tourist places are again abuzz with the tourist crowd.