Excelsior Correspondent
LEH, Sept 21: With the aim to promote commercial potential of Ladakh’s local products, the Department of Industries and Commerce in collaboration with Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC), Ministry of Textile, organised a two day event as part of Vanijya Utsav 2021.
The MoS, Home Affairs, Ajay Kumar Mishra graced the occasion as the chief guest and Lt. Governor RK Mathur, as the guest of honor for the event.
Addressing the occasion, the Minister stressed on the potential of Ladakhi handloom, handicrafts and other sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, food processing etc. He stated that acknowledges concerns such as that of connectivity, technical assistance and assured that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi who has envisioned the concept ‘Vocal for Local’, Ladakh will be provided with all required support to project its potential at the national and international level.
Speaking on the occasion, Lieutenant Governor stressed on Ladakh’s development policy which focuses on the primary sectors and added that the growth of this sector will create a sea of opportunities, especially for the capable youth of Ladakh.
Referring to Ladakh’s rich history as part of the famed Silk Route, LG Mathur spoke of the cosmopolitan influences on Ladakh. He said that it is proper to revive that culture and legacy. Development however needs to be made as per the aims and ambitions of the people of Ladakh.
Addressing the gathering, CEC Tashi Gyalson expressed his gratitude to the Minister of State for Home Affairs for gracing the occasion. He stated that the first-generation entrepreneurs have received a satisfactory platform that reflects from their presentations. He stressed on the need for an Industrial policy specially tailored for Ladakh and highlighted the need of a single-window system for the young entrepreneurs and the producers to overcome certain challenges that they have been facing till now. He also spoke about several initiatives from the Hill Council to encourage entrepreneurs and promote local products in the region.
Member of Parliament, Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal appreciated the Department of Industry & Commerce, Ladakh for organizing this event. He said that through this event, the commercial value of local products will increase and will also help in the promotion of exports. Further, he said that this will improve the business environment and also attract foreign investment. He congratulated the people of Ladakh for exporting fresh apricots to Dubai for the first time.
Secretary, Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh, Saugat Biswas in his welcome speech stated that the aim of this event is to promote local products like pashmina, sea buckthorn, apricot and others which have promising commercial potential and added that the Department endeavors in taking Ladakhi products to national as well as international markets.
The other dignitaries present during the event were Advisor to LG, Umang Narula; Principal Secretary, Pawan Kotwal; Commissioner Secretary, Ajeet Kumar Sahu; Ravinder Kumar; Administrative Secretary, Mehboob Ali Khan and DC Leh, Shrikant Balasahib Suse.
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