Leh (Ladakh) [India], August 5 (ANI): Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena today attended the "dPal rNgam Duston 2026" celebrations at the historic Leh Palace, commemorating the seventh anniversary of Ladakh becoming a Union Territory. Highlighting the remarkable transformation witnessed over the past seven years, Saxena said the UT Administration has focused on decentralised governance, sustainable development and improved public service delivery. On this occasion, the LG highlighted the development in various sectors/areas in Ladakh after becoming the union territory. The Lieutenant Governor said Ladakh has emerged as one of the country's leading examples of environmentally sustainable development. The LG also announced conferring the "dPal rNgam Lifetime Achievement Award 2026" upon Late Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, Maha Vir Chakra, in recognition of his unparalleled courage, distinguished military service and enduring contribution to the nation.