Sonam Wangchuk

Basking in the sun-drenched heights of the Himalayas, Ladakh embraces over 300 sunny days annually. Through initiatives like the ITBP’s solar power system and plans for a massive 13 GW renewable energy park, Ladakh is turning its harsh climate into a solar energy hub.

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.

Until nearly five years ago, I didn't know my parents lost their first-born son in tragic circumstances. More than 30 years later, they tell me how love, resilience and empathy helped them find solace. #CoupleGoals

150 trees when she is 15, 300 when she is 30 and, 800 when she is 80! In this manner, Kavya promises to plant ten times her age in trees every birthday.

"She gave up her illustrious career to help Ladakh. What makes all this more touching is that she is offering her services selflessly and pro-bono," says Sonam Wangchuk about Gitanjali, who is also a serial entrepreneur, Russian Bolshoi ballet dancer and a certified karate black belt. #Respect #RealLifeHeroine

"Radio Leh for nearly 50 years has been the voice and conscience of Ladakh," writes the Ladakhi innovator. Here's how radio has made all the difference in our nation!

PM Modi has laid the foundation stone, but there is a long way to go still. Here's what we hope the future will bring!

The actions of these outstanding everyday heroes truly epitomise the values that drive The Better India forward!

"Dear Mr @anandmahindra, the Jeep you tweeted has a lovely story. It served us faithfully between 1997 to 2007 before taking new avatara", tweeted Sonam Wangchuk.

The rare video captures a unique encounter between locals, officials and a snow leopard found in a family kitchen!