This field trip explores the Chandra Valley in the Western Himalayas, a key region for understanding Late Quaternary glacial dynamics. The excursion will examine glacial and glacio-fluvial landforms, focusing on their relation to Indian Summer Monsoon (ISM) and mid-latitude westerlies (MLW) influences. Particular emphasis will be placed on Holocene and Last Glacial Maximum (LGM) glacial extents, addressing ongoing debates about the presence of a hypothesized LGM mega-glacier. In case of weather constraints (e.g., Atal Tunnel closure due to snowfall), an alternate route will guide participants to the Kangra Valley, where ancient glacial erratics dated between 215 ka and 43 ka provide additional context for long-term glacial history.