Jammu and Kashmir’s Principal Secretary, Suresh Kumar Gupta, shared with ANI on Tuesday that the UT’s tableau at the Republic Day parade is spotlighting the ongoing developments within the region.
Gupta explained, “The tableau is revealing the evolving landscape of Jammu and Kashmir, showcasing new opportunities and dimensions. We are commencing with the Jambu Zoo, the first comprehensive zoo in the region, named after Raja Jambu Lochan, the founder of Jammu.”
He continued, “The rear of the tableau features women engaged in our renowned Papier Mâché work, a craft celebrated globally. Further, we depict the entire saffron processing cycle, from cultivation to harvesting and export, branding Jammu and Kashmir as the saffron bowl of India.”
Gupta highlighted, “The tableau includes the iconic Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk, illustrating its transformation from a once-feared location to a bustling tourist spot. In the past year, we have witnessed the highest influx of tourists in the last 75 years, underscoring our efforts to showcase the state’s renewed image and progress.”
Simultaneously, Nazir Ladakhi, the Deputy Secretary of Ladakh, shared insights on Ladakh’s parade tableau, emphasizing the focus on women empowerment and regional developments. “Our tableau seeks to spotlight women empowerment and the achievements of our junior women. We proudly feature the Indian ice hockey team, comprising all 11 players from Ladakh, who have brought recognition not only to themselves and Ladakh but to the entire nation. Additionally, we showcase entrepreneurship in the pashmina shawl manufacturing sector and Umling La, the world’s highest road inaugurated this year.”
A total of 25 tableaux, including 16 from various states and union territories, along with 9 from central government departments, will be showcased at the Republic Day parade, where President Emmanuel Macron of France is the chief guest.
