Excelsior Correspondent
NEW DELHI, Feb 25: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta today graced the 33rd annual edition of the South Asia Travel & Tourism Exchange (SATTE), a premier travel and tourism exposition of India, at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi.
The event was attended by distinguished delegates, industry leaders and tour and travel operators from across India and abroad
Speaking on the occasion, the LG highlighted the unprecedented development witnessed in the Union Territory of Ladakh under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
He highlighted that world-class road infrastructure has strengthened connectivity from Leh to remote border areas, enhancing accessibility and boosting tourism potential.
The Lieutenant Governor also referred to the rapid progress of the Zoji La Tunnel, which will ensure all-weather connectivity to Ladakh and further accelerate tourism growth.
Gupta said that Ladakh is home to several world-renowned tourist destinations known for their natural beauty, adventure and spiritual heritage. Prominent attractions include Pangong Lake, famous for its changing blue hues; Nubra Valley, known for sand dunes and double-humped camels; Leh, the historic capital; and Khardung La, one of the highest motorable passes in the world.
“Other major attractions include Magnetic Hill, Tso Moriri, Hemis Monastery, Shanti Stupa, Zanskar Valley, Lamayuru Monastery, Drass, Aryan Valley, and Hanle, which also hosts the Indian Astronomical Observatory with the MACE Telescope,” he added.
Concluding his address, Kavidner Gupta invoked the popular line associated with Amitabh Bachchan—“Kuch Din Toh Guzariye Gujarat Mein”and in the same spirit, invited travellers to explore Ladakh, saying, “Kuch Din Toh Aaiyein Ladakh Mein,” encouraging all to experience the region’s breathtaking beauty, rich culture and warm hospitality.
Later, the LG inaugurated the Ladakh Pavillion and also interacted with tourism stakeholders.
Union Minister for Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat also attended the event.
Around 2000 exhibitors from both India and abroad are participating in the 33rd edition of SATTE 2026, which has started in Yashobhoomi International Exhibition Centre.
There are representatives from 60 countries who will participate in the B2B meetings.
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