Indian Army deploys double-humped camels for logistical support in Ladakh

Ladakh is a cold desert and is home to the domesticated form of the Bactrian camel, also known as the double-humped camel, mainly used for carrying goods.

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The Bactrian (double-humped) camels are deployed in Eastern Ladakh as an innovative idea for the last-mile delivery of critical load and mounted patrolling in the sandy terrain of the plateau.

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The post added that the deployment of camels, generated employment for the public and also paved the way for the conservation of the fast-dwindling population of double-humped camels in Ladakh.

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Last year, the Ladakh administration discussed steps for the welfare of the double-humped Bactrian camels in Hunder and suggested that fitness certification for camels may be issued.

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