Vice-President Visits Key Sites in Ladakh, Lauds Armed Forces and ITBP, and Celebrates the Region’s Heritage and Development Initiatives During Official Visit

Vice President's Secretariat Vice-President Visits Key Sites in Ladakh, Lauds Armed Forces and ITBP, and Celebrates the Region’s Heritage and Development Initiatives During Official Visit Vice-President Pays Homage to Brave Soldiers at Hall of Fame War Memorial in Leh Vice-President Offers Prayers at Sacred Sindhu Ghat in Leh Sindhu River Symbolises Bharat’s Civilizational Heritage and

Cultural Unity: Vice-President Vice-President Visits Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi;

Highlights Role of Pashmina Sector in Strengthening Rural Livelihoods and Women’s Empowerment Vice-President Meets ITBP Personnel in Ladakh; Lauds Their Dedication to Safeguarding the Nation’s Frontiers प्रव तथ: 20 JUN 2026 6:19PM by PIB Delhi The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, today visited the Hall of Fame War Memorial, Sindhu Ghat, Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi, and the first rock check dam on the Sindhu River during the second day of his official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh. The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, accompanied the Vice-President during the visits.

At the Hall of Fame War Memorial in Leh, the Vice-President paid homage to the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces. He lauded the unwavering commitment of the armed forces to the nation and said that their spirit of “Nation First: Always and Every Time” inspires every citizen with a deep sense of patriotism and gratitude.

The Vice-President appreciated the Indian Army for establishing and maintaining the memorial, which preserves the legacy of courage, valour and sacrifice of India’s soldiers. He also visited the galleries depicting operations during the Indo-Pak and Indo-China wars and noted that they stand as enduring testimonies to the dedication and heroism of the Armed Forces.Visited the Hall of Fame War Memorial in Leh, Ladakh, today and paid homage to the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces.

The unwavering commitment of our armed forces to the Motherland, embodying the spirit of ‘Nation First: Always and Every Time’, instils in every visitor… pic.twit ter.com/WnWeOLvOJe — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) June 20, 2026 Later, the Vice-President visited the sacred Sindhu Ghat near Leh and offered prayers on the banks of the revered River Sindhu.

He observed that the Sindhu River remains a timeless symbol of Bharat’s civilizational heritage and cultural unity, inspiring generations through its enduring legacy.

Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan today visited the sacred Sindhu Ghat near Leh on the second day of his visit to Ladakh and offered prayers on the banks of the revered River Sindhu.

The Sindhu River, a timeless symbol of Bharat’s civilizational heritage and cultural… pic.twitter.com/30i1TaCJYW — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) June 20, 2026 The Vice-President also visited the Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi and was briefed on the initiatives being undertaken to preserve and promote Ladakh’s unique Pashmina heritage. Appreciating the efforts of the institution, he noted that the Changthangi goats and the world-renowned Pashmina they produce reflect the rich traditions and ingenuity of the people of Ladakh.

He commended the farm’s contribution towards sustainable livestock management and the socio-economic empowerment of local communities, particularly women engaged in Pashmina production and allied activities. The Vice-President appreciated the dedication of scientists, staff and local stakeholders, whose collective efforts are helping strengthen rural livelihoods, enhance women’s economic participation and preserve an invaluable national asset for future generations.

It was a pleasure to visit the Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi and witness firsthand the remarkable efforts being undertaken to preserve and promote the unique Pashmina heritage of Ladakh.

The Changthangi goats and the world-renowned Pashmina they produce stand as symbols of the… pic.twitter.com/FeO12wyaZt — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) June 20, 2026 During his visit to Upshi, the Vice-President also inspected the first rock check dam on the Sindhu River, constructed under the Sindhu Jal Samriddhi Abhiyan. Appreciating the eco-friendly and cost-effective initiative, he described it as an innovative and locally adapted solution to Ladakh’s recurring water challenges.

The Vice-President lauded the vision and leadership of the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, for conceptualising and spearheading the initiative. He noted that the pioneering project augments water levels in shallow stretches of the Sindhu River, enabling farmers to irrigate their fields during the critical sowing season. He observed that such sustainable interventions can significantly strengthen water security, support agricultural livelihoods and contribute to the long- term development of the region.Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan today visited the first rock check dam on the Sindhu River at Upshi, Ladakh, constructed under the Sindhu Jal Samriddhi Abhiyan. He appreciated the eco-friendly and cost-effective initiative, conceptualised and inaugurated last month by the… pic.twitter.com/FKZNawBrG S — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) June 20, 2026 Later in the day, the Vice-President also met with the brave personnel of the 5th Battalion of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police

(ITBP) in Ladakh. He lauded their unwavering dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to safeguarding the nation’s frontiers under some of the most challenging conditions.

Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan met with the brave personnel of the 5th Battalion of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) in Ladakh today. He lauded their unwavering dedication, professionalism and steadfast commitment to safeguarding the nation’s frontiers under some of… pic.twitter.com/1AGRVwIzAN — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) June 20, 2026 The Vice-President is on a three-day official visit to Ladakh from June 19 to 21, 2026. During the visit, he will participate in the International Day of Yoga celebrations on June 21, 2026.

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