Government is examining proposals to upgrade more overland trading routes with China and other countries on India's eastern border.
There are three overland routes that are connected with China - Nathula Pass near Sikkim, Lipulekh in Uttrakhand and Shipkula in Himachal Pradesh.
Currently export of goods is mainly restricted through Nathu La pass on Chinese border with Sikkim because natural obstructions in the other two are huge.
The Government is proposing a plan, which suggests revision of the list of tradable items as well as developing existing routes.
There is a need of infrastructure improvement at Nathu la pass along with the other routes.
The intention is to re-establish transportation system which existed before 1962 war. Facilities to house Chinese traders and make the area hospitable to encourage tourist traffic needed development.
Mobile connectivity, electricity supply, and other public facilities will also be provided. Better roads can extend the trading season to eight months as against present four months.
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