Ladakh: 28 Standardised Place Names on Survey of India Map
6 October 2026
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Ladakh: 28 Standardised Place Names on Survey of India Map
Context: On 2 October 2026, the Government of India, in consultation with the Union Territory of Ladakh, formally identified 28 places and geographical features by standard names on the official Survey of India (SoI) map. The Government said the purpose is to ensure accurate recognition and greater public awareness of these locations.
1. Salient Features: The list covers peaks, mountains, passes, glaciers, valleys, rivers, lakes, water bodies and land areas. Important names include Atisha Giri, Kanishka Peak, Zorawar Peak, Chapchingal Pass, Parpik and Skamri glaciers, Gogra, Hot Spring, Dehra Compass, Guru Rinpoche Lake and Yangpa River.
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Government of India standardised 28 place names on Survey of India map for Ladakh including peaks, glaciers, passes. Strengthens administrative clarity in border region.
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Ladakh place namesSurvey of India mapgeographical standardisationIndia-China boundaryAtisha Giriborder administrationLadakh namingterritorial claims