After years of studies and residing outside Ladakh, this summer break, I returned to homeland, Ladakh. What should have been a joyous homecoming turned out to be a disheartening experience as one felt like a stranger in one’s own homeland.
My journey began when, as a small child, I was sent from Ladakh to a boarding school in Srinagar. These were formative years spent away from my house, which really shaped so much of who I am today, but coming back to Ladakh allowed me to realize how muc...
On August 26, the Home Minister announced the creation of five new districts in Ladakh, a move that has generated both appreciation and skepticism among the region’s residents. This decision coincided with the announcement of the peaceful march to Delhi by the Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA). The march aims to address four long-standing demands: The four point agenda includes full-fledged statehood for Ladakh; constitutional safeguards under the 6th...
Introduction:
Ladakh, the land of high passes and serene landscapes, is at a crucial juncture in its history. As a student deeply connected to the region, I am compelled to shed light on the pressing need for the implementation of the 6th Schedule in Ladakh. This demand arises from the unique socio-cultural, geographical, and political dynamics of the region, which require specialized governance mechanism to address the aspirations and challenges of its diverse population.
Historical C...
“Nobody can discover the world for somebody else. Only when we discover it for ourselves does it
become common ground and a common bond and we cease to be alone.” – Wendell Berry
Today in this contemporary world education is the only tool to any society to which can be used to
change the world, from cradle to grave we learn a new subject each and every day. Education isn’t
about how well we can read and write; it’s about how well we can interact with and comprehend the
outside world.
A qualit...
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