Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, RK Mathur visited Pashmina Goat Farm at Upshi on October 23.

Deputy Director, Pashmina Goat Farm, Upshi, Dr. Tsewang Morup, and District Sheep Husbandry Officer, Dr. Tundup Namgyal were present during LG Mathur’s visit.

The officials informed about various ongoing activities at the Pashmina Goat Farm. LG Mathur advised the Sheep Husbandry Department to expedite the artificial insemination of goats to improve their breed. He suggested that research projects to improve livestock may be identified and central research institutes may be involved.

LG Mathur discussed the promotion of pashmina products along with the promotion of Pashmina Growers Cooperative Societies. He suggested that a conference involving all stakeholders, including Pashmina Growers Cooperative Societies, artisans, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and veterinary doctors, may be held.