On the second day of his field visit, Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, Director, Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh, accompanied by Dr. Tundup Namgyal, DSHO Leh, visited the Para Veterinary Centre at Skargyam, Highland Pasture at Rangdum, Para Veterinary Centre at Tangole, and Kumbathang Farm.

The visit commenced at the Para Veterinary Centre, Skargyam, where the Director inspected the available facilities and checked the stock of medicines. He interacted with the staff and discussed various issues concerning the functioning of the centre, particularly the lack of road connectivity, which continues to pose challenges for the centre.

The Director subsequently visited the Highland Pasture at Rangdum, where the livestock of Kumbathang Farm is presently being maintained. Dr. Mohd Sadiq, DSHO Kargil, was present at the site and briefed the Director on the livestock, their care and management, and the activities being undertaken at the pasture. The Director reviewed the livestock records and registers and assessed the arrangements in place for the proper care and management of the animals. He also interacted with the field staff and took stock of their concerns and requirements.

Thereafter, the Director visited the Para Veterinary Centre, Tangole, where construction work is currently in progress. He inspected the ongoing work at the site and reviewed the progress of construction.

Later, the Director visited Kumbathang Farm and inspected the farm premises and available facilities. He interacted with the concerned staff and discussed the present status of the farm, along with its operational requirements and areas requiring attention.

The field visit provided an opportunity to assess the functioning of veterinary centres, livestock management arrangements, ongoing infrastructure works, and the overall requirements of the field establishments.