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Detailed explanation-1: -A part of the Siachen Glacier, often referred to as the world’s highest battlefield, is now open for tourists to visit, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said today.

Detailed explanation-2: -Permission or Permits Required for Siachen Base Camp Earlier, you will have to get a permit from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Ministry of Defense (MOD) with a clear-cut explanation of why you want to visit here.

Detailed explanation-3: -Two years after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s announcement, the Siachen base camp is officially open to domestic thrill-seekers. By Naina Atri. On World Tourism Day (September 27 2021), the Centre announced that civilians are invited to explore the Indian army’s Siachen base camp.

Detailed explanation-4: -Prime Minister Manmohan Singh became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the Siachen, during which he called for a peaceful resolution of the problem. After that present Prime Minister Narendra Modi also visited this place.

Detailed explanation-5: -You can now explore Siachen Base Camp as it is open for domestic tourists! With the celebration of World Tourism Day 2021 just a day ago, the opening of the Siachen base camp is poignant and comes bearing good news! Ladakh Tourism’s official Twitter handle posted this good news.