Amit Shah Praises Ladakh's Patriotism During Buddha Purnima Visit
Ladakhis have braved bullets for nation: Home Minister Amit Shah on Buddha Purnima
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During his visit to Leh on Buddha Purnima, Union Home Minister Amit Shah commended the people of Ladakh for their bravery and patriotism, emphasizing their sacrifices for the nation. He announced significant dairy sector expansions and reiterated the government's commitment to developing Ladakh as a self-reliant Union Territory.
- 01Amit Shah highlighted Ladakh's sacrifices for national integrity during his visit.
- 02He announced major dairy sector expansions in Leh and Kargil.
- 03Shah emphasized the importance of peace and compassion amid regional unrest.
- 04The visit coincided with the return of sacred Buddha relics to Ladakh after 75 years.
- 05Local demands for statehood and the Sixth Schedule were briefly discussed but not addressed.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Leh, Ladakh, on the eve of Buddha Purnima, where he praised the local populace for their sacrifices in defense of the nation. He remarked on their bravery, stating that they have 'taken bullets on their chest' for the country. Shah's visit marked the return of sacred relics of Lord Buddha to Ladakh after 75 years, symbolizing peace and coexistence. He announced plans for a major expansion of the dairy sector, including a 50,000 litre-per-day milk processing plant in Leh and a 10-tonne-a-day dairy plant in Kargil. Shah reiterated the government's commitment to developing Ladakh into a self-reliant Union Territory, highlighting the region's transformation since its bifurcation from Jammu and Kashmir in 2019. However, local leaders from the Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) expressed their ongoing demands for statehood and the implementation of the Sixth Schedule, which Shah did not address during his visit.
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The expansion of the dairy sector is expected to boost local economies and create job opportunities for residents in Leh and Kargil.
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