A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Ladakh's administration, LAHDC Leh and Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) to set up India's first Dark Sky Reserve at Hanle's Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. "[It'll] preserve the pristine dark skies of Hanle for science," IIA tweeted. Moreover, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor said that the site will contribute to the economy of the locals.