Administrative Secretary of Science and Technology, UT Ladakh, Amit Sharma attended the four-day India International Science Festival 2023 at Faridabad, Haryana (NCR Delhi) on January 19.

The India International Science Festival brought together a lot of personalities from various corners of the country and led participants from more than 20 countries of the world including Argentina, South Africa, Singapore, Australia, Zimbabwe, Malaysia, Indonesia, and others to deliberate upon critical issues shaping the scientific global landscape and devise a strategy for the future.

Deputy Chairman of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh, Tsering Angchuk was also present.

Secretary S&T Ladakh Amit Sharma actively participated in a panel discussion moderated by Dr Satish K, Agnihotri, an alumnus of IIT, Mumbai. The focus of the discussion revolved around strengthening STI Ecosystems in different states/UTs across the nation, with delegates from Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Jharkhand contributing their insights.

Amit Sharma underscored the strategic importance of fostering innovation in Ladakh through the creation of a Bio-Technology Park and the development of a mechanism for start-ups in Aromatic plants.

He articulated a vision that aligned with Ladakh's unique ecosystem, emphasizing the potential for sustainable development in the region.

Secretary, Amit Sharma along with Deputy Chairman of LAHDC, Leh also addressed delegates of various nations regarding the lead taken by the Union Territory of Ladakh in the field of carbon neutrality and the upcoming step of launching hydrogen-fuel buses there, which shall be first in the nation, which attracted a standing ovation from the visiting international guests there.

The discussion centered around encompassing key aspects such as carbon neutrality, the establishment of biotech parks in Ladakh, the promotion of biotechnology start-ups in Ladakh, and the way forward for same in which UT Ladakh administration would seek support from RCB for same. He highlighted the commitment of UT Ladakh to positioning itself as a hub for scientific and technological advancements.

The participation of UT Ladakh at the India International Science Conference 2023, under the leadership of Secretary Amit Sharma, not only exemplifies a commitment to scientific progress but also underscores Ladakh's dedication to sustainable and innovative solutions.

As Ladakh marches towards a future defined by technological excellence, Secretary Amit Sharma’s leadership continues to be a beacon, guiding the way forward.