Chhota Shigri

The Chhota Shigri Glacier lies on the northern slope of the main ridge of the Pir Panjal Range of the inner Himalayas, east of the Rohtang Pass (H.P.). The high, steep ridges and mountain terrain provide an ideal condition for the development of this glacier. The Chhota Shigri Glacier is located at 32°15′N 77°31′E / 32.250°N 77.517°E / 32.250; 77.517Coordinates: 32°15′N 77°31′E / 32.250°N 77.517°E / 32.250; 77.517, covering about 10 km² area. The total drainage area of Chhota Shigri Glacier stream is approximately 45 km². There is very high gradient from accumulation zone to ablation area and snout. The glacier melt drains out in a single confined stream and meets the Chandra River. Lateral moraines are present all along the body of the glacier up to the accumulation zone.

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