Why is there a dispute over the Siachen Glacier?
One of the factors behind the Kargil War in 1999 when Pakistan sent infiltrators to occupy vacated Indian posts across the Line of Control was their belief that India would be forced to withdraw from Siachen in exchange of a Pakistani withdrawal from Kargil.
Why is Operation Meghdoot was unique explain?
This military operation was unique because it was the first assault launched on the world’s highest battlefield. During the operation, Indian troops landed on Bilafond La on Saltoro ridge, west of Siachen glacier, on Friday, April 13, 1984. It was a Baishakhi day.
How much Siachen Glacier is controlled by Pakistan?
| Siachen Glacier | |
|---|---|
| Location | Karakoram, Ladakh (administered by India, claimed by Pakistan) |
| Coordinates | 35°11′55.00″N 77°12′5.00″ECoordinates: 35°11′55.00″N 77°12′5.00″E |
| Area | 2,500 km2 (970 sq mi) |
| Length | 76 km (47 mi) using the longest route as is done when determining river lengths or 70 km (43 mi) if measuring from Indira Col |
Is Siachen in Aksai Chin?
Most of the Siachen Glacier as is the LoC, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan. The area of “Aksai Chin” is also located in this area. It is very important for India to deploy its troops in this area to monitor the activities of the Pakistan and China in this area.
What is the motto of the Indian Army?
Service Before Self
| Indian Army | |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,237,117 active personnel 960,000 reserve personnel |
| Part of | Indian Armed Forces |
| Headquarters | Integrated Defence Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi |
| Motto(s) | Service Before Self |
What happened at Siachen Glacier?
April 1984 saw the Indian Army, supported by the IAF, launch an audacious and preemptive operation to occupy the Saltoro Ridge and dominate the Siachen Glacier. These vignettes are a tribute to that operation.
Who controls Siachen Glacier India or Pakistan?
India took control of the 70-kilometre-long (43 mi) Siachen Glacier and its tributary glaciers, as well as all the main passes and heights of the Saltoro Ridge immediately west of the glacier, including Sia La, Bilafond La, and Gyong La. Pakistan controls the glacial valleys immediately west of the Saltoro Ridge.
Who controls the region west of Saltoro Ridge?
Pakistan controls the region west of Saltoro Ridge, with posts located almost 3,000 ft below over 50 Indian posts.
How big is the Siachen Glacier?
The Indian army controls all of the 76 kilometres (47 mi) and 2553sq km area long Siachen Glacier and all of its tributary glaciers, as well as all the main passes and heights of the Saltoro Ridge immediately west of the glacier, including Sia La, Bilafond La, and Gyong La —thus holding onto the tactical advantage of high ground.