Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, May 22: The Chairman/CEC, LAHDC Leh, Adv. Tashi Gyalson convened a meeting with Administrative Secretary, Tribal Affairs Department, Shashanka Ala, Director, Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Tashi Dolma and Mohit Sharma, Under Secretary, Social and Tribal Welfare Department.
The meeting aimed to deliberate on the scheduling, organization, and broader objectives of the upcoming Saskes Mirigs Gaston (Dharti Aaba Festival), with a focus on the promotion of tribal culture and the development of tribal economic opportunities.
The CEC suggested the creation of a dedicated website to display and market tribal products both GI-tagged and non-GI items, complete with product descriptions and pricing. The idea of developing a unique brand identity for tribal produce was also discussed, along with the need for proper regulation and a distinctive logo.
The proposed festival will feature diverse activities including painting exhibitions, bakery stalls, handicrafts, and live music performances in the evening.
Further planning and coordination will continue in the coming weeks to ensure the successful execution of the event.
The CEC assured all possible support for the initiative.
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Leh Apex Body, Kargil Democratic Alliance set for crucial talks with MHA on May 27
Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, May 22 : The Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) are preparing for a significant round of talks with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), scheduled for May 27 in New Delhi.
Leh Apex Body Co-Chairman Chering Dorjay confirmed that the delegation from Leh will be led by former Member of Parliament and Apex Body Chairman Thupstan Chhewang. A delegation from the Kargil Democratic Alliance is also expected to attend the meeting.
The high-powered committee meeting will be chaired by the Minister of State for Home, Nityanand Rai, and formal invitations have already been extended to the Ladakhi leaders. The agenda will focus on a range of pending issues previously submitted to the Government of India for resolution.
Dorjay expressed hope that this round of discussions will be productive. “We are hoping that some unresolved issues from the previous meetings, including the recruitment matter, will be taken up again. We are hopeful for discussion on main issues, such as statehood status for Ladakh and the inclusion of the region under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution as well,” he said.
He further added that if the meeting yields no substantial progress, the Apex Body and KDA will deliberate on the next course of action.
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