Does Gilgit-Baltistan belong to India?

India, on the other hand, maintains that Gilgit-Baltistan is a part of the former princely state of Jammu and Kashmir that is “an integral part of the country [India].”

Can an Indian go to Muzaffarabad?

To travel to Azad Kashmir, a permit is required for all foreign nationals which is issued by AJK home department in Muzaffarabad.

Is Gwadar safe?

PC Gwadar located on the Koh-e-Batil hill in Gwadar is presently the only safe and reasonable place to lodge in Gwadar particularly for families.

Can tourists visit Azad Kashmir?

Tourist! Visitors from all parts of the State & Pakistan can visit Azad Jammu & Kashmir without any restriction. However, they are advised to keep their identity with them. Foreign tourists can visit Azad Kashmir except the areas situated within 16 kilometers along the Line of Control (LoC).

What is the history of Gilgit Baltistan?

Gilgit-Baltistan, as we know it today comprised Gilgit Agency and Gilgit Wazarat back in 1947. A lot has been written about the Himalayan Blunder committed by India in 1962.

How Gilgit-I-Gilgit-E-Skardu was accessed through Rawalpindi?

Gilgit and Skardu were both accessed through Rawalpindi-Abbottabad road which crossed into Gilgit agency at the 4200 metre Babusar pass and joined the Indus at Chilas. If the Babusar pass was closed due to snow, then there was the alternative route along the Indus valley which is the present alignment of the Karakoram Highway.

Was Gilgit-E-Gilgit Scouts a Muslim force?

Gilgit Scouts was a 100 per cent Muslim force. It had one HQ Company stationed in Gilgit and ten platoons contributed by the various Rajas. 6 th Kashmir infantry at Bunjion the left bank of Indus had 2 Dogra and Sikh companies and one Muslim company.

What are the geographical features of Gilgit-Indus confluence?

The Gilgit-Indus confluence has the unique geographical feature of three of the greatest ranges – Himalayas, Karakoram and Hindukush meeting at one place. The route from Jammu to Gilgit and Skardu via Srinagar was open only during summers as it was not possible to cross the Pir Panjal during winters.