Businesses

The economy of Nubra Valley is primarily driven by tourism, agriculture, and military logistics. * **Tourism & Hospitality**: The largest economic sector, comprising homestays, eco-camps, guesthouses, and local taxi syndicates. Diskit, Hunder, and Turtuk are the main commercial hubs for visitors. * **Agriculture**: Local farmers cultivate barley, wheat, mustard, and peas. The valley is particularly famous for its walnuts, apricots (especially in Turtuk), and sea buckthorn, which is harvested and processed for juices and cosmetics. * **Military Sector**: The Indian Army and BRO are major employers for local laborers, porters, and contractors, supporting the supply lines up to the Siachen Glacier. * **Retail**: The Diskit Main Market serves as the primary business district, offering basic provisions, trekking gear, and local handicrafts.