30Mar 2026
Historic Lipulekh Pass Set to Reopen in June 2026, Reviving India–China Trade Route
In a significant development for Himalayan trade and travel, the historic Lipulekh Pass—a key route connecting India and China—will reopen in June 2026 after a six-year closure. Situated in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district, this high-altitude pass has long served as a gateway for cross-border trade and pilgrimage, especially for those traveling toward the sacred Kailash Mansarovar region.