Shimla, Aug. 15 -- Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually inaugurated the tribal festival at Keylong in Lahaul-Spiti district from Shimla on Thursday.

The festival, which will conclude on August 16, is being organised for the first time in the state on the theme of "zero waste".

Sukhu said the event would promote environmental conservation and showcase the unique art and culture of the district. It would provide tourists an opportunity to know the region better. He said that the festival symbolises the commitment to preserving its heritage and would inspire people to celebrate responsibly.

Sukhu said that climate change has posed serious challenges to the country and the state and Lahaul-Spiti was no exception...