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The Shakargarh Bulge was recently discovered to be one of the locations where the Pakistan army had a significant buildup of tanks and armoured vehicles.

What is the Shakargarh Bulge?

Two rivers, the Ravi and the Chenab, form the boundaries of the Shakargarh Bulge, which is a landmass that protrudes in the Sialkot region of Pakistan.

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The geographical significance of this terrain lies in the fact that it is flat and has access to road and rail lines, which provides strategic depth for operational manoeuvres.

Significance of Shakargarh Bulge

The protection of the Jammu–Pathankot axis was absolutely necessary for India in order to keep land connectivity with Jammu and Kashmir established.
Pakistan would have gained influence on the western front if it had been able to capture it since it would have prevented Indian soldiers from entering the Kashmir region.

A significant tank combat that took place in this region was one of the largest that took place after World War II.

Source: TOI

Practice Question

Q. The "Shakargarh Bulge," often mentioned in the context of India-Pakistan conflicts, lies in which of the following regions?

A) Between Jammu and Punjab
B) Between Rajasthan and Sindh
C) Near the Line of Control in Kashmir
D) Along the Gujarat-Pakistan border

Answer: A) Between Jammu and Punjab