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About Siachen Glacier 

Siachen Glaciers
Source: The Hindu
  • Siachen Glacier is a piedmont glacier located in the Karakoram Range of the Himalayas. 
    • It lies between Saltoro Ridge to the west and the main Karakoram range to the east. 
  • It is the world’s second longest non-polar glacier, after Fedchenko Glacier in Tajikistan. 
  • Siachen glacier is also known as the Third Pole as it contains more fresh water than is found anywhere else on Earth except for the polar ice caps. 
  • It is the major source of the Nubra River, a major tributary of the Shyok River. 
  • The Siachen Glacier is considered the world’s highest battleground as India and Pakistan have fought for control of the Siachen Glacier. 
    • In 1984, India took control of the glaciers under Operation Meghdoot. 
  • Studies suggest an increased rate of melting of Siachen Glacier in recent times due to climate change, heavy military presence, dumping of large amount of non-biodegradable wastes. 

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