Ladakh: Advocating for Dialogue and Comprehensive Investments
Leh Apex Body urges Ladakh's new Lt Governor to consult local stakeholders prior to inviting investments. Demanding statehood, Sixth Schedule status, Public Service Commission, and parliamentary seats, LAB and KDA continue their advocacy. Despite setbacks, they remain hopeful for productive talks while ensuring environmentally mindful industry introductions.
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The Leh Apex Body (LAB) has called on Ladakh's newly appointed Lt Governor, Kavinder Gupta, to engage with local stakeholders before welcoming investments into the Union Territory. The advocacy group emphasizes that entering the region without understanding its unique needs could lead to harmful oversight.
LAB and the Kargil Democratic Alliance are pushing for a four-point agenda, including statehood and Sixth Schedule status. Even amid delayed talks with the Centre, they stress the importance of industry that respects the local environment and addresses essential resources like water.
LAB co-chairman Chering Dorjay conveyed their readiness for dialogue, contingent on the Lt Governor's participation in understanding regional issues. Meanwhile, policy changes like job reservations were announced following a significant government meeting, reflecting ongoing efforts to preserve Ladakh's cultural identity.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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