Holds meetings with several delegations, listens to public concerns
Leh, Aug 04: Ladakh holds immense potential for growth across various sectors, and the Ladakh Administration is committed to ensuring inclusive and sustainable development in the Union Territory, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta said on Monday emphasizing the UT’s vast potential for growth across multiple sectors.
The LG reiterated the Administration’s commitment to fostering inclusive and sustainable development to ensure progress benefits all communities in the region. He stated this while interacting with various delegations at the LG Secretariat in Leh on Monday.
In this regard, the Chairman, CEC, LAHDC Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson, along with all four District Presidents from Leh — Tsering Sandup (Nubra), Ishey Spalzang (Changthang), Stanzin Chosphel (Leh), and Kochok Ishey (Sham) met the LG Gupta at the LG Secretariat.
The delegation raised several important issues, including concerns related to the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary, the need to expedite the Phyang-Nubra Transmission Line project, and the enhancement of porters’ salaries engaged by the Army at the Siachen Glacier.
Similarly, Ven Bhikkhu Sanghasena, Founder of Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), along with former MLA Tsering Samphel, met the Lt Governor and invited him to the International Peace Conference scheduled to be held in Leh from August 23 to 25.
Ven Sanghasena also briefed the LG about the various welfare initiatives undertaken by MIMC, including a charitable hospital, a residential school for boys and girls, and a yoga centre.
A delegation of Indian Army personnel, along with ex-servicemen, led by Commandant of the Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre (LSRC), Col Kamal Pandey, also paid a courtesy visit to the Lt Governor. They apprised him of the continued service efforts by ex-servicemen in Ladakh and informed him about preparations underway for the last rites of Ashoka Chakra awardee Naib Subedar Chhering Mutup (Retd). They also highlighted the availability of a dedicated team of nearly 350 volunteers ready to assist during any contingency in the region.
Members of the Ladakh Pencak Silat Association called on the Lt Governor to seek support for establishing Khelo India Centres of Excellence in Leh and Kargil to boost sports infrastructure. They also informed him about the ongoing 9th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2025 being held in Leh.
Additionally, staff from the District De-Addiction Centres (DDAC) of Leh and Kargil met the Lt Governor to highlight their concerns and operational challenges.
Throughout the day, Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta reiterated his commitment to proactive governance and people-first policies, emphasising that Ladakh’s development must remain deeply rooted in meeting the aspirations of its people.
Pertinent to mention here that on Saturday, the LG Gupta met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The LG briefed PM of the overall situation in the region.
LG Gupta discussed with HM the key developmental issues concerning Ladakh.
He highlighted the expectations of the people concerning development, connectivity, healthcare and livelihood opportunities. He also drew attention to the immense potential of Ladakh in the tourism sector, particularly in eco-tourism, adventure sports and cultural heritage-based experiences.
LG Gupta assured the Prime Minister that the UT Ladakh Administration is fully aligned with this vision and is working diligently to deliver people-centric governance. He conveyed his resolve to accelerate ongoing developmental projects, improve infrastructure, and promote local entrepreneurship to unlock Ladakh’s full potential.
