Galwan Valley

In an exclusive interview, Sonam Wangchuk reveals details of the fully portable solar-heated tents he has invented for the Indian Army to use in freezing high-altitude zones like Galwan Valley.

More than half the population of Ladakh is dependent on tourism—and therefore without income for months nows thanks to COVID-19 & geopolitics. But there is a way to a more stable future. Here are some ideas.

"During my great grandfather's time, the region was caught up in the 'Great Game' between the British and Russian Empire. Today, the players have changed, which are India and China. This is indeed the new 'Great Game'."