China threat, new LAC route to Depsang
India revives caravan track to reach sensitive Ladakh areas | Alternative to key DSDBO road

An ancient caravan trade route between Ladakh and Kashgar (now in Xinjiang, China) has been revived by India as an alternative route to access the vital Sub-Sector North (SSN) in Ladakh. The Karakoram pass, Depsang plains and the airfield at Daulat Beg Oldie (DBO) are part of the SSN.

Courtesy: Daily Tribune:  18th August, 2020