Kargil, April 1, 2025 – In an administrative decision, the Union Territory of Ladakh has appointed Sh. Imteeaz Ahmed Khan Kacho, JKAS, as the new Additional Deputy Commissioner of Kargil. The officer, who currently serves as Joint Director of the Information & Publicity Department, will assume his new responsibilities immediately while continuing to oversee his existing portfolio until further orders.
The transition comes following the retirement of veteran administrator Sh. Ghulam Mohi-u...
TSG, March 31: The Eid Al-Fitr was celebrated with great religious fervor and traditional enthusiasm across TSG Block, including Saliskote, GM Pore, Tambis, Kanoor, and Trespone. More than 700 believers gathered at Jama Masjid Ameer-ul-Mu’mineen, Trespone, to offer Eid prayers, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan.
The grand congregational prayer was led by Hojjatul Islam Wal Muslimeen Aga Syed Mujtaba Musavi, with a large number of men and women from the region participati...
Kargil, March 15, 2025: In view of the notice issued by Municipal Committee, Kargil ply of vehicles and pedestrians have been strictly discouraged at the Kabaddi Nala, Kargil due to risk of landslides. Meanwhile, shopkeepers at Kabadi Nallah have reported significant business losses due to the area’s closure for the past three days. Many have urged the administration to expedite decision-making and implement immediate measures to safeguard their livelihoods.
The Municipal Committee, Kargi...
Kargil, March 14, 2025 – In a step towards enhancing the quality of education, Mutahhary Educational Society (MES), Kargil, successfully conducted a four-day orientation program for KG and Primary Teachers from March 11 to 14, 2025, at MPS Bazar. Themed “Reimagining Schooling in Line with Modern Trends in Education,” the program aimed at equipping teachers with innovative teaching methodologies aligned with 21st-century education.
A total of 45 teachers participated in the training, which...
Hundreds Gather at Kargil for Spiritual Offerings and Prayers for Global Peace
Kargil, March 14, 2025 – In a remarkable expression of faith, tradition, and unity, the Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA), Branch Kargil, organized the annual “Tangpe-Chona” celebration at Kargil, bringing together around 100 members of the Buddhist community for a day of spiritual reflection and collective prayer.
The event, held under the chairmanship of Gen Nawang Sherab, carried deep cultural and spiritu...
Kargil, March 5: Following heavy snowfall in the region, the Zojila Pass has been closed due to the accumulation of approximately four feet of snow and the heightened risk of avalanches. In a telephonic conversation with an official source from Drass, it was confirmed that efforts are underway to restore connectivity.
The road clearance operation has commenced, with teams working from both sides. Snow clearance machines have been deployed from Gumri towards Drass, while work has also beg...
Kargil, Feb 28: Kargil has been experiencing continuous snowfall for the last three days, leading to major disruptions in electricity supply across the district. Several areas were left in darkness after last night’s heavy snowfall caused feeder breakdowns. However, the Power Development Department (PDD) has been actively working to restore electricity despite challenging weather conditions.
Executive Engineer PDD, Feroz Ahmad Wani, stated that restoration efforts are progressing steadily...
Kargil, February 6, 2025 – The grand finale of the Female Quran e Kareem competition, organized under the banner of Baseej-e-Rouhanion, IKMT, was held today at Musallah Ya Imam, Minji Gund. The event marked the culmination of a two-week-long competition that began on January 19, 2025, and saw enthusiastic participation from female students across various blocks of Kargil.
The ceremony was graced by esteemed guests, including the Chief Guest, Hojjat-ul-Islam Sheikh Hussain Lutfi, Principal...
By Mohammad Hassanain
Kargil, January 26, 2025 – The Voice of Ladakh proudly congratulates our Executive Editor, Syed Hashim Razvi, on receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh. The honor, presented during the 76th Republic Day celebrations, recognizes his outstanding contributions to local print media.
The award was conferred by Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, Hon’ble Chairman/CEC of LAHDC Kargil and Sh. Shrikant Balasaheb Suse, IAS, Depu...
Kargil, December 27, 2024: Prominent Ladakhi organizations, including the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust, Jamiat-ul-Ulama Isna Asharia and Anjuman-e-Sahib Zaman Karil, have come together to appeal for a more inclusive language policy under the Official Language Regulation 2024. These organizations have voiced concerns over the inclusion of “Bhoti” as one of the official languages of the Union Territory, arguing that it fails to represent the linguistic diversity of Ladakh. Instead, they have u...
