Ladakh authorities have levied a Rs 2 lakh fine on four tourists for illegal off-roading in protected wildlife areas, including Pangong Lake. This marks the first stringent action against such violations, aimed at preserving the region's fragile ecosystem. The offenders, from Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh, were caught driving through sensitive zones, leading to vehicle impoundment until penalties were paid. The administration vows continued strict enforcement.

Ladakh authorities have levied a Rs 2 lakh fine on four tourists for illegal off-roading in protected wildlife areas, including Pangong Lake. This marks the first stringent action…

Ladakh administration fined tourists Rs 2 lakh for illegal off-roading in Pangong Lake and protected wildlife zones, enforcing the Wildlife (Protection) Act in a landmark move.

Ladakh's Wildlife Department has fined four tourists Rs 50,000 each, totalling Rs 2 lakh, for illegally driving into protected areas including Pangong Lake and the Changthang Cold…