Srinagar, Oct. 7 -- Ladakh has launched India's first high-altitude wildlife safari, opening up its rugged Himalayan landscape to snow leopard tourism in a move aimed at boosting responsible tourism, conservation and livelihoods for local communities.
Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena flagged off six vehicles for the Ladakh Snow Leopard Safari, marking the launch of an initiative designed to promote community-based conservation while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local youth and communities.
An official spokesman of Ladakh LG said the decision to introduce wildlife safaris in Ladakh was announced on August 5 this year, and the same has been executed in just 2 months.
This unique initiative by the Lieutenant Governor is b...