Leh, Jul 28: A group of 13 journalists from Assam has arrived in Ladakh for a week-long media tour organised by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Guwahati. The tour, which began today, is designed to offer participating journalists a deeper understanding of Ladakh’s cultural richness, natural beauty, and local development efforts.
The journalists represent major print, electronic, digital, and social media outlets from Assam and are joined by two PIB officials. Leading the team is Smita Saikia, Media and Communication Officer at PIB Guwahati. Over the course of seven days, the group will visit locations that reflect Ladakh’s blend of heritage and progress.
Among the highlights of the itinerary are visits to the Indian Astronomical Observatory and the Hanle Dark Sky Reserve, where journalists will explore how the region contributes to space research and environmental conservation. The team will also visit the National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa to gain knowledge about Ladakh’s traditional healing practices.
The group will get firsthand exposure to infrastructure initiatives by the Border Roads Organisation under Project HIMANK. They will also observe sustainable waste management practices under Project Tsangda. The tour includes meetings with local cooperatives that produce pashmina and apricots, giving journalists insight into Ladakh’s rural economy and craft industries.
Journalists will meet with the Chief Secretary of Ladakh and hold discussions with local media professionals in Leh, creating space for collaboration and shared learning. Participating media outlets include PTI, The Assam Tribune, Dainik Janambhumi, Asomiya Pratidin, Bodosa, DD Assam, NewsLive, News18 Assam, Pratidin Time, NKTV Plus, DY365, and Time8.
This initiative continues PIB Guwahati’s mission to boost regional understanding and encourage national cohesion by providing journalists with opportunities to report from diverse parts of the country. It follows a similar media visit to Tamil Nadu last year, further building momentum toward more informed and inclusive journalism.
