Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, Apr 24: In a major boost to the promotion of cultural and heritage tourism in Ladakh, a mesmerizing Sound and Light Show was inaugurated at the historic Leh Palace by the Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena.
The project, implemented by the India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) under the Ministry of Tourism, has been executed at a cost of Rs 8.57 crore, reflecting the Government of India’s commitment to strengthening tourism infrastructure in heritage destinations like Ladakh.
The newly inaugurated Sound and Light Show presents Ladakh’s rich cultural, historical, and architectural legacy through modern and engaging techniques, making heritage more accessible to visitors. The Show is a testament to the integration of such a contemporary facility within an ASI-protected monument.
Highlighting the significance of the initiative, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat stated that Ladakh, particularly Leh, holds immense tourism potential and is entering a new phase of transformation under the leadership of Vinai Kumar Saxena.
He described the inauguration of the Sound and Light Show at Leh Palace as a moment of pride, emphasizing that the initiative goes beyond tourism infrastructure and represents a meaningful step towards bringing Ladakh’s rich history, including that of the Namgyal dynasty, to life.
LG Ladakh stated that the project marks an important step towards promoting sustainable cultural and heritage tourism in Ladakh. He emphasized that the initiative will help visitors better understand and appreciate the region’s rich history and cultural legacy.
He further noted that the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has accorded high priority to the development of Ladakh since it became a Union Territory.
The LG underscored that the Sound and Light Show will be a major value-add to Ladakh’s tourism ecosystem by enriching the visitor experience and fostering a deeper connection with the region’s culture and history.
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