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Mt Manirang

20th August, 2021 Geography

Context

  • As a part of commemorative activities for 'Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav', Indian Air Force had flagged off an All Women Tri-Services Mountaineering Team.
  • The team successfully summited Mt Manirang (21,625 ft) on 15 August 2021.

 

About

  • Manirang is one of the highest mountains in Himachal Pradesh.
  • It lies on the border between Kinnaur district and Lahaul and Spiti district.
  • Close to the peak is the high Manirang pass, which was one of the early trade routes between Spiti and Kinnaur, before the motorable road was built.

 

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