President Droupadi Murmu, who is touring Ladakh, on Wednesday said the Sindhu River, flowing through the region, existed in the depth of historical, cultural and spiritual consciousness of all Indians.
Attending a civic reception hosted in her honour at the Sindhu Ghat in Leh, Ms. Murmu said, “People of India have a special feeling of affection and respect for the people of Ladakh and that they know about the contributions made by the people of Ladakh in protecting the nation.”
The President said the people of this region were known for bravery and their faith in Buddha. She said there were endless possibilities for the development of spiritual tourism, adventure tourism and eco-tourism in Ladakh.