Administrative Secretary chairs meeting on SDP Subsidy Schemes for FY 2026–27.

Administrative Secretary chairs meeting on SDP Subsidy Schemes for FY 2026–27.
Leh, August 7, 2026: Administrative Secretary, Planning, Development & Monitoring Department (PD&MD), Himanshu Gupta, convened a meeting to review proposals submitted under various subsidy schemes under the State Development Plan (SDP) for the financial year 2026–27.
The meeting focused on assessing department-wise proposals to ensure effective implementation of subsidy schemes and their alignment with the developmental priorities of the Union Territory. Detailed deliberations were held on the scope, objectives, and implementation modalities of the proposed schemes.
A scheme-wise review was undertaken for the Horticulture Department, with discussions centred on its proposed subsidy initiatives.
The Agriculture Department presented proposals for subsidies on the distribution of fodder seeds and the construction of polycarbonate greenhouses in Ladakh to strengthen agricultural productivity and support farmers in the region’s challenging climatic conditions.
The meeting also reviewed proposals of the Sheep Husbandry Department concerning subsidies for feed for pashmina goats aimed at supporting livestock owners and enhancing pashmina production. The Animal Husbandry Department presented its proposal for promoting dairy farming through subsidy support to encourage sustainable livelihood opportunities in the sector.
Further, deliberations were held on the Transport Department’s proposal for providing subsidies to promote the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) as part of the Union Territory’s clean mobility initiatives. The Forest, Environment & Ecology Department also presented its proposal for extending subsidies to support homestay development, with the objective of strengthening eco-tourism and generating sustainable income opportunities for local communities.
The Administrative Secretary emphasised the need for all departments to ensure that subsidy proposals are practical, transparent, and outcome-oriented, with clear implementation mechanisms and measurable benefits for the intended beneficiaries. He directed the concerned departments to incorporate the observations made during the meeting and submit revised proposals, wherever required, for further consideration.
The meeting was attended by Director, PD&MD, Tsewang Gyalson; Director, Animal Husbandry & Fisheries; Director, Horticulture; Director, Sheep Husbandry; Regional Transport Officer; Divisional Conservator of Forests (Forest, Environment & Ecology); Joint Director, Agriculture; Joint Director, Planning; Deputy Director, Planning; and other concerned officers.
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