Excelsior Correspondent
KARGIL, Aug 1: In a historic milestone for Ladakh’s horticulture sector, the Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jafar Akhoon today flagged off the first major air shipment of fresh apricots to Mumbai.
The shipment, organized by Halman Apricot, comprises over 10 tons of premium-quality fresh apricots, carefully sourced from the picturesque villages of Batalik, Gargardo, Chulichan, Gongma Kargil, Baroo, and Gongma Minji. This initiative marks a significant leap in promoting Kargil’s unique horticultural produce in national markets and empowering local apricot growers.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Akhoon commended the efforts of Halman Apricot in establishing a direct and efficient supply chain between Kargil and metropolitan cities of the country.
“This shipment is a testament to the tremendous potential of Kargil’s horticulture sector and its ability to contribute meaningfully to the region’s economic development. It ensures better price realization for our farmers and delivers high-quality, fresh produce directly to the consumers,” Akhoon remarked.
Halman Apricot also plans to expand its supply chain to other major cities of the country in near future.
CEO of Halman Apricot expressed gratitude to the Chief Secretary of Ladakh, Pawan Kotwal, for approving the installation of a modern apricot dryer in Kargil at an estimated cost of Rs 6.45 crore. This facility is expected to significantly reduce post-harvest losses, extend the shelf life of apricots and add substantial value to the local produce.
Executive Councillor Zakir Hussain, Councillor of Lankerchey Constituency Ghulam Haider and Chief Horticulture Officer Kargil, Ali Raza were also present on the occasion.
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