LG Vinai Kumar Saxena Inaugurates Ladakh Pavilion at IITF 2026 in New Delhi, Showcases GI-Tagged Products
Pavilion features 14 stalls showcasing Ladakh's Pashmina, traditional handicrafts, handloom, sea buckthorn and apricots; LG encourages entrepreneurs to explore global markets and urges youth to preserve their cultural ro
NEW DELHI, November 14: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, on Saturday inaugurated the Ladakh Pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, providing a prominent national platform for the region’s traditional craftsmanship, indigenous products and emerging entrepreneurial talent.
The pavilion features 14 stalls showcasing a diverse range of products, with 17 entrepreneurs from Ladakh participating in the exhibition. Visitors can explore the region’s renowned GI-tagged products, including Ladakhi Pashmina, traditional handloom and handicrafts, embroidery, sea buckthorn, apricots and other indigenous products.
The initiative aims to connect Ladakh’s local artisans and entrepreneurs with wider national and international markets while promoting traditional industries and strengthening the region’s rural economy.
Addressing the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor described Ladakh’s participation in the trade fair as a reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Local for Global’.
He said that platforms such as IITF provide artisans and entrepreneurs with opportunities to gain national and international recognition, establish market linkages, strengthen local livelihoods and showcase Ladakhi craftsmanship to a wider audience.
The LG also appealed to visitors to explore the Ladakh Pavilion and experience the region’s rich cultural heritage, traditional artistry and indigenous products.
Following the inauguration, Saxena visited various stalls and interacted with participating entrepreneurs and artisans, appreciating their products, craftsmanship, business activities and aspirations.
He encouraged entrepreneurs to focus on product quality, innovation, branding and stronger market linkages to improve the visibility and competitiveness of Ladakhi products in domestic and international markets.
LG Interacts with Ladakhi Students, Urges Youth to Remain Connected with Their Roots
During the event, the Lieutenant Governor also interacted with students and young people from Ladakh pursuing their education at various institutions across Delhi.
Emphasising the importance of preserving Ladakh’s distinct cultural identity, he encouraged students to take pride in their heritage, traditional languages, customs, values and age-old traditions.
He urged the younger generation to remain connected with their roots while pursuing modern education and exploring opportunities beyond the region.
Highlighting the role of youth as ambassadors of Ladakh’s cultural identity, Saxena encouraged them to represent their homeland across the country and internationally, while contributing their knowledge, skills and talent towards Ladakh’s development.
Ladakh’s Traditional Products Get a National Platform
Ladakh’s participation in IITF 2026 reflects the Union Territory Administration’s efforts to promote indigenous products, strengthen traditional industries, empower local artisans and entrepreneurs, and create new opportunities for economic growth.
The pavilion brings together Ladakh’s cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and entrepreneurial aspirations under one roof, offering visitors an opportunity to discover the region’s distinctive products and artistic traditions.
The initiative also highlights the growing importance of branding, product innovation and market access in transforming traditional livelihoods into sustainable economic opportunities.
With 17 entrepreneurs showcasing their products at 14 stalls, the Ladakh Pavilion aims to strengthen the region’s presence in national and international markets while bringing its unique cultural identity to a wider audience.
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