Ladakh Deploys 100 Army Veterans to Enforce Ecological Protection Rules

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, Ladakh's administration has deployed 100 ex-army personnel to curb environmental violations across the Union Territory. The move follows recent incidents where tourists were fined for driving through ecologically sensitive zones near Pangong Lake. The veterans are tasked with preventing illegal off-roading and other activities that threaten Ladakh's fragile ecosystem. The deployment signals a significant step-up in enforcement efforts by local authorities to safeguard the region's vulnerable natural environment.
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