Siachen Open For Tourists: Rajnath Singh indiatoday.in
Siachen glacier, known for its arduous climate and difficult terrain, is now open for tourism. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday announced that the Siachen area is now open for tourists and tourism.
"From Siachen Base Camp to Kumar Post, the entire area has been opened for tourism purposes," Rajnath Singh said.
Journey from Siachen Base camp to Kumar Post
The Kumar Post is at height of more than 15,000 ft. Tourists will be able to travel from the base camp at Partapur at 11,000 feet to the Kumar Post.
Sources said tourists will be given a permit to travel to these areas.
This means other than the annual expedition organised by the Army from the base camp to Kumar Post, tourists will be able to travel independently.
voters
Report Story
Leave Your Comment