Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, June 30: In order to discuss their issues, a delegation from the All Ladakh Transport Association (ALTA), led by former Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal, called on Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, in New Delhi.
The delegation asked for the removal of the vintage clause from the current tendering rules, suggesting that vehicle fitness, assessed by both the Regional Transport Office and the Army Transport Office, should determine vehicle hiring instead of vehicle age.
They explained that this change would better suit the unique challenges of Ladakh’s harsh climate, where vehicles are only usable for half the year.
The members also presented letters to the Defence Minister, emphasizing the importance of this change for the local transport industry and the economy of Ladakh’s border residents who depend on these transport services.
They also congratulated Rajnath Singh on his reappointment as Raksha Mantri and thanked him for his ongoing support, urging him to consider their proposal urgently.
The delegation is hopeful that their request will be promptly and favorably considered, positively impacting the transport sector and the local economy in Ladakh.
Among others who attended the meeting included Nawang Samstan, President of the Ladakh Transport Cooperative Society Leh, Thinles Namgyail, President of the Ladakh Taxi Cooperative Society Leh and Tsewang Dorjay, Secretary General of the Ladakh Bus Cooperative Society Leh.
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