Current Affairs - Environment - Discussion

Ladakh has unveiled twin flower fields at an altitude of 10,600 feet in Choglamsar and Stakna in the Leh district. The project covers 40 acres and features more than 25 lakh flowers, including around 24 lakh Lilium plants and 1 lakh Gladiolus plants. The initiative aims to promote commercial floriculture as an additional source of livelihood for local farmers and diversify agriculture in the high-altitude region. The Agriculture Department will initially manage cultivation before handing over the fields to selected self-help groups and cooperatives. The Choglamsar flower garden is also intended to serve recreational and educational purposes.