Leh: Chairman, CEC, LAHDC Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson convened a meeting with Administrative Secretary, Tribal Affairs Department, Shashanka Ala (IAS); Director, Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Tashi Dolma; and Mohit Sharma, Under Secretary, Social and Tribal Welfare Department.
The meeting aimed to deliberate on the scheduling, organization, and broader objectives of the upcoming Saskes Mirigs Gaston (Dharti Aaba Festival), with a focus on the promotion of tribal culture and the development of tribal economic opportunities.
The CEC suggested the creation of a dedicated website to display and market tribal products both GI-tagged and non-GI items, complete with product descriptions and pricing.
The idea of developing a unique brand identity for tribal produce was also discussed, along with the need for proper regulation and a distinctive logo.
The proposed festival will feature diverse activities including painting exhibitions, bakery stalls, handicrafts, and live music performances in the evening.
Further planning and coordination will continue in the coming weeks to ensure the successful execution of the event. The Hon’ble CEC assured all possible support for the initiative.
