The PTT project, initiated in 2023 and completed at a cost of approximately Rs 452 crores despite inclement weather and a limited working season, has the potential to serve as the main runway, significantly improving air connectivity, boosting air traffic flow, and increasing tourist footfall via air travel.
Speaking at the 77th Republic Day at Ladakh’s Polo Ground, Gupta described Ladakh’s strategic and cultural importance and praised the patriotism of its people.
LG Kavinder Gupta has declared Bollywood hit ‘Dhurandhar’ tax-free in Ladakh. The film, shot across the UT’s landscapes, marks a big boost for tourism and film-friendly initiatives.
To mark the beginning of New Year 2026, the Lieutenant Governor visited the iconic Hemis Monastery and the Maitri Geriatric Home at the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), Devachan Campus, Choglamsar.
Lt Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, on Sunday underscored the need to promote sustainable and responsible tourism practices to protect Ladakh’s fragile ecosystem and ensure inclusive, long-term benefits for the region and its people.
The Lt Governor bowed in reverence to the extraordinary bravery, unwavering faith, and martyrdom of the Sahibzadas, the revered sons of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Mata Gujri Ji, whose sacrifices remain an eternal testament to courage, devotion to dharma, and righteousness.
He stressed the need for accelerated deployment of modern investigative tools and advanced training so that the police force remains fully equipped to counter unconventional and technology-enabled threats.
Its term expired yesterday and the sprawling Leh district that borders China and Pakistan is now without an elected institution that takes care of the requirements of people of the area. Kargil has a separate LAHDC.
Chairing a high-level review meeting to take stock of the prevailing law and order situation in the Union Territory, the LG said, “Peace and development are the top priorities of the administration."
The officers presented a detailed briefing on current deployments, emerging challenges, and strategies aimed at ensuring public safety, peace, and a coordinated response to evolving situations.
