Leh, Sept 21: Students from the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Eliezer Joldan Memorial College recently concluded a three-day educational tour to Nubra Valley, aimed at expanding their field exposure and deepening their understanding of the region’s culture and heritage. Twenty-three media students, accompanied by department head Hajira Bano and faculty members Mohammad Ali Khan and Sheraz Adil Qazi, participated in the immersive trip.
The tour offered students an opportunity to explore the picturesque landscapes and historically rich sites of Nubra. Destinations included Turtuk, Thang, Diskit, and the Hunder Sand Dunes, allowing participants to combine academic learning with first-hand experiences in storytelling and documentation.
During the journey, students visited Yabgo Palace and the Balti Heritage & Museum, where they engaged with artifacts and narratives that highlighted the cultural legacy of the region. A stop at Thang village, the last Indian settlement along the Indo-Pak border, provided a striking view of Pakistan-administered villages through telescopes, offering participants a rare perspective on the borderlands. The exploration of Hunder Sand Dunes further impressed the group with the natural grandeur of Nubra’s terrain.
The department noted that the trip allowed students to bridge classroom theory with real-world practice, enhancing their journalistic skills while fostering a deeper appreciation of Ladakh’s history, heritage, and geopolitical landscape. College authorities were acknowledged for supporting the initiative, which combined academic rigor with cultural immersion, leaving participants with experiences and insights to enrich their future careers in media and communication.
