Leh,  February 24:  As per the instruction of Honourable Lt Governor, RK Mathur, a meeting was convened by Commissioner Secy, Rigzin Samphel regarding Astro Tourism in UT Ladakh at Secretariat today.

Commissioner Secretary was informed that Astro Tourism has great potential for increasing the revenue of Ladakh.

The issue was discussed with Engineer Incharge, Dorjey Angchuk, Indian Astronomical Observatory, Hanle and officials from Global Himalayan Expedition.

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It was informed in the meeting that from March onwards training would be provided to local guides in both Leh and Kargil districts and they will be updated with a night sky chart to highlight the nightly event.