Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena visited Sindhu Ghat on March 24 to review preparations for the upcoming first Sindhu Mahakumbh.

During the inspection, the Lieutenant Governor stressed the importance of providing a world-class experience to tourists and pilgrims expected to visit Ladakh for the event. He suggested aesthetic enhancements, including the placement of large decorative pots with local flowers along approach routes to improve the visual appeal of the Ghat.

LG Saxena directed the concerned departments to undertake a comprehensive makeover of the site. His directions included the removal of debris, repair and restoration of the Ghat, landscaping of the riverfront, improvement of approach roads, trimming of shrubs, and development of footpaths wherever feasible to ensure visitor safety and convenience. He also emphasized the need for adequate lighting, sanitation, and other essential amenities.

Reiterating Ladakh’s immense natural beauty and tourism potential, the Lieutenant Governor underscored that well-planned development, environmental preservation, and robust civic infrastructure are key to strengthening tourism and improving the quality of life of the people.

He further highlighted the importance of public convenience, including the provision of adequate drinking water facilities and cleaning of riverbanks to ensure a pleasant and memorable experience for visitors and pilgrims during the Sindhu Mahakumbh.

The Lieutenant Governor also directed officials to ensure regular monitoring of ongoing works, with a clear emphasis on maintaining high standards of quality in civic infrastructure while preserving Ladakh’s unique heritage and ecological balance.

Among those present during the visit were DGP Ladakh Mukesh Singh; Administrative Secretaries Sanjit Rodrigues and Shashanka Ala; Deputy Commissioner Leh, Romil Singh Donk; and other senior government officials.