Mig La Pass Ladakh – The Forbidden Gateway to India’s Hidden Himalayas

Mig La Pass (also called Migla Pass) is one of the most remote and breathtaking mountain passes in eastern Ladakh, near Chumar and Demchok.
At a stunning 19,400 ft (5,913 m), it now holds the title of the highest motorable road in the world, overtaking Umling La (19,024 ft).

While tourist access is still restricted, Mig La stands as a symbol of India’s unmatched mountain-road engineering and BRO’s high-altitude mastery.

Mig La Pass Ladakh – New Highest Motorable Road in the World

In a remarkable engineering feat, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has completed a road to Mig La Pass, now the highest motorable pass on Earth at 19,400 ft.

Built by Project Himank in Eastern Ladakh, Mig La surpasses the previous record held by Umling La (19,024 ft) — another proud BRO creation.

Mig La lies within the Changthang Plateau, a vast, wind-swept landscape of pure Himalayan wilderness.

  • Region: Eastern Ladakh, India
  • Altitude: 19,400 ft (5,913 m) — the world’s highest motorable point
  • Nearby Areas: Likaru, Fukche, Chumar, Demchok, Hanle, and Tso Moriri
  • Terrain: Cold-desert plateau, rocky valleys, and snow-lined ridges
  • As of late 2025, the road is complete but not yet open to civilians.
  • BRO expects tourist access by the next travel season (mid-2026) once final safety approvals are done.
  • Until then, travelers can explore nearby Hanle, Tso Moriri, Nyoma, and Chumathang with an Inner Line Permit (ILP).
  • Temperature: –25 °C in winter to 10 °C in summer
  • Best Season (Nearby Regions): May – September
  • Landscape: High-altitude desert, snow-clad ridges, and crystal-clear skies

While Mig La awaits its grand opening, you can conquer these legendary routes:

  • Khardung La (17,982 ft) – Gateway to Nubra Valley
  • Chang La (17,688 ft) – Route to Pangong Lake
  • Wari La (17,400 ft) – A peaceful, offbeat escape
  • Umling La (19,024 ft) – Previous record holder

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