evidence: Why was the LC not defined beyond this point? Perhaps, in 1972, there were no military engagements beyond NJ 9842, the area was inhospitable due to the Siachen Glacier and still largely unexplored. However, the peaks on the Saltoro Ridge (Saltoro Kangri, K12, Ghent Kangri, Sherpi Kangri) became mountaineering objectives, for international expeditions. In the 1970s and 80s, Pakistan began granting permission, even providing logistic support and military liaison officers, to expeditions in this area. In 1984, India executed OP MEGHDOOT, using the Ladakh Scouts and 4 KUMAON. In early April, Indian troops physically occupied the Saltoro Ridge; including all the three passes at Bilafond La, Sia La and Gyong La. Pakistan objected to India’s occupation of the Saltoro Ridge stating that it was a violation of the Shimla Accord. In their perception, the LC should follow NE directly to Karakoram Pass, without the norm of crest lines and watersheds. In 1987 and 1989 Pakistan launched attacks to evict Indian troops but the attempts were foiled and Indian positions have been further consolidated.