Lieutenant Governor Ladakh, R K Mathur visited Defense Institute of High Altitude and Research (DIHAR) under Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on December 9.
 
R K Mathur said that the scientific endeavor of DIHAR targeting both local and armed forces are contributing towards the socio-economic development of the area. Appreciating the overall contributions of DIHAR, he suggested preparations of the Project Reports for polycarbonate greenhouses based on the complete network to cater to the vegetable/fruit requirements of both locals as well as armed forces; commercialization process of white kernels apricot (raktsey karpo) by local entrepreneurs, and solar energy power plant to cater to power, water, and heating needs at the household level in scattered habitations.

 Dr. OP Chaurasia, Director DIHAR convened a detailed tour of DIHAR to the Lieutenant Governor. Col. Manoj Batra, Head, Animal Science Division DRDO and concerned scientists were also present.

Various types of greenhouses from trench houses to polythene to polycarbonate greenhouses, improved versions, and functionalities were also briefed.
 
Dr. Dorjay Angchuk, Senior Scientist, DIHAR briefed RK Mathur about the overall function, research studies, and achievements of laboratories of DIHAR Leh through a power-point presentation.