LEH, June 6 -- Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today visited the historic village of Chilling in Leh district to gain firsthand insight into the region's rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship, preservation practices, and the lifestyle of its inhabitants. Upon his arrival, the Chief Secretary was accorded a warm and traditional welcome by the villagers at the Serzo Museum. During the visit, he interacted with representatives from Chilling, Sumdo, Tsogsti, Skyu, Kaya and Sumda villages, who apprised him of various issues and aspirations of the local communities. The representatives highlighted the unique identity of Chilling as a centre of traditional copper craftsmanship and requested greater recognitio...