New Delhi, October 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and dedicate five major development projects worth around ₹3,350 crore in Ladakh today. He is scheduled to join the programme through video conferencing at around 12:30 pm. The projects cover transport, electricity, heritage preservation and water conservation. Prime Minister of India
Among them is the new passenger terminal at Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, built at a cost of ₹640 crore. The terminal is designed to handle 35 lakh passengers annually and uses geothermal energy systems to improve energy efficiency. DD India
Modi will also dedicate the 298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road, connecting Leh with Himachal Pradesh through the Zanskar Valley. The route is expected to improve access for residents and strengthen military logistics. DD India
Other works include the 9 MW Hanu Small Hydroelectric Project and the Dah-Hanu-Khaltsi transmission line to strengthen electricity supply. India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park at Sindhu Ghat in Leh will help protect ancient rock carvings. DD India
The Prime Minister will also inaugurate 40 water bodies across 40 villages under Project Him Sarovar. These are intended to store water for use during shortages and support irrigation in the region.
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