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Rohtang Pass to be opened later this month

With the opening of the Pass, tribal valleys of Lahaul and Spiti would be reconnected by road.

Shimla: Rohtang Pass, the gateway to tribal Lahaul valley, is likely to be opened later this month.

An official said the Manali-Leh National Highway has started snow clearing operations from Beas Nallah, 32 km from Manali.

Commander of 38 BRTF, Col KP Rajendra said this year due to less snowfall Rohtang Pass, situated at 13,050 feet is expected to be opened later this month.

With the opening of the Pass, which normally opens by end May or early June, tribal valleys of Lahaul and Spiti would be reconnected by road with rest of the country.

( Source : PTI )
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