LG Aims to Transform Ladakh Into World-Class Winter Tourism Hub

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Kavinder Gupta has outlined plans to turn the Union Territory into a global winter tourism and adventure sports destination.

Chairing a meeting with senior officials, including Chief Secretary Dr Pawan Kotwal and Secretary of Youth Services and Sports Bhanu Prabha, the LG reviewed proposals to establish chairlifts at Drass and surface ski lifts at Zanskar.

The projects aim to attract international winter sports enthusiasts and strengthen Ladakh’s adventure tourism profile.

Gupta said the initiatives mark a major step in promoting alpine and Nordic sports while creating employment for locals. He emphasised that all projects would follow strict environmental and safety standards.

He added that the development of winter tourism should align with local culture, handicrafts, and hospitality, ensuring benefits reach every community.

The LG called for collaboration among government departments, private players, and local communities to make Ladakh a year-round destination for adventure sports and sustainable tourism.