Bhupesh Chaudhary, Administrative Secretary and Managing Director of SIDCO, chaired an introductory and review meeting with board officials on December 4 at his office chamber in the Agriculture Office, Leh.

The meeting began with a comprehensive presentation by Sonam Norboo, Senior Manager of SIDCO, who outlined the organization’s structure, functions, and operations. The presentation detailed the activities of various divisions, including Transport, Energy Hub, Small Scale Industries Development Corporation Limited (SICOP), SC/ST & OBC Corporation, the Project Wing, and the SIDCO Head Office.

Secretary Chaudhary reviewed the performance of these divisions and emphasized the need to enhance revenue generation, particularly in the transport sector. He directed officials to develop actionable strategies to revitalize the Projects Wing, stressing the importance of identifying and expanding profitable routes to bolster SIDCO’s financial stability.

He further called for comprehensive monitoring and efficient functioning of all divisions to strengthen SIDCO’s role as a key driver of economic development in Ladakh.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Safdar Ali, General Manager (Finance), SIDCO; Sonam Norboo, Senior Manager, SIDCO; Er. Tashi Namgyal, Executive Engineer, SIDCO; Dr. Owais Qadir Jaan, Accounts Officer, SIDCO; Stanzen Pasang, District Manager, SIDCO (SC/ST & OBC Wing); and Er. Mohd Hussain, Traffic Manager, SIDCO. Officials stationed outside Leh participated virtually.