The snowy scapes of Ladakh look straight out of heaven during the winter months. To boost winter tourism, the government is planning to launch a snow sculpture in the destination. Not only will the sculpture aim at drawing a greater number of tourists, but it will also generate employment opportunities for the locals. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh posted a tweet stating that the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh RK Mathur was called on for the project.
LG #Ladakh Sh R.K. Mathur called on. Union Ministry of Science & Technology will help set up latest Snow Sculpture #StartUp technology which would not only create job opportunities for locals but could also emerge as a huge attraction for winter tourists. pic.twitter.com/kKfWzQACLp
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) February 14, 2022
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Ladakh Witnessed Its First-Ever Ice and Snow-Sculpture Conclave
The first-ever Ice and Snow-Sculpture Conclave in Ladakh had concluded on February 11, 2022. The workshop took place in Ladakh’s Chilling Valley. The Kangding Snow and Ice Sculpture Association had collaborated with Ladakh Police at Sangtakchan to organise the event.
The workshop featured mind-boggling snow creations in a round-shaped gallery, like a snow leopard and a cafe. The structures were crafted using traditional cutting machines, chainsaws and chisels.
#Kangsing, Snow & Ice Association had held this workshop with 25 artists during which they created sculptors of a #snowleopard, an ice brick compound with ice furniture as well as an #icecafe. pic.twitter.com/gaR0EAFHpx
— Office of the Lt. Governor, Ladakh (@lg_ladakh) February 11, 2022
Ladakh To Have Ice And Snow Festival In A Few Years
According to an ANI report, attending the concluding ceremony of the workshop, RK Mathur has said, “I see no logic in leaving Ladakh in winters. This is the time to earn here.” He has also added that Union Territory will celebrate Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival in a few years, after the launching of the snow sculpture. He has also spoken about development plans to improve the skills of youths in the region involved in the sector. On that note, Ladakh’s Hanle Village Will Be Soon Developed As A Dark Sky Sanctuary For Astro-Tourism.