Differences of opinion are generally a sign of a vibrant populace wherein individuals and groups demonstrate their capacity to think. There is argument and counterargument, there is debate and discussion and overall a vitality of thought. However, differences also stem from deep-rooted prejudices and deliberate malice that are carried forward by generations long after their origins have lost relevance in the modern era. The institution of caste system in India is one such example, wherein it...
Archive: May 2024
Leh leaders mulling to support a single candidate for Lok Sabha election
VoL Desk, May 08: After Kargil get united fielding Haji Hanifa Jan as a joint candidate for the Lok Sabha elections from Ladakh constituency, the leaders in district Leh are also mulling on a provision to support only a single candidate enhancing the probability for a candidate from Leh to win the election.
A veteran leader from Leh and former President of Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA), on the occasion of congratulating the new LBA President Tsering Dorjay Lakruk appealed to elect a s...
Nodal Officer Expenditure convenes Election Expenditure Monitoring meeting
Leh, May 7: Nodal Officer Expenditure, Zulfiqar Ali convened the Election Expenditure Monitoring (EEM) meeting at the Video Conference Hall, DC Office on May 7.
The main objective of the meeting was to conduct a free, fair, and transparent election by monitoring misuse of money and muscle power, legal expenditure within the permissible limit, maintaining a truthful account and a level playing field for all stakeholders.
During the meeting, discussions were held on the two categories of...
ICDS Kargil launches “Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi” training program for Anganwadi Workers
Kargil, May 07: Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Kargil today inaugurated a pioneering two-day training program dubbed “Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi” for Anganwadi Workers at Academy Hall Kargil.
The initiative aims to equip workers with comprehensive knowledge and essential skills crucial for nurturing children during their formative years.
Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) Kargil, Parveen Akhtar, underscored the program’s core motive, emphasizing its pivotal role in promo...
Lok Sabha election: SDM Zanskar chairs meeting to discuss arrangements
Kargil, May 07: SDM Zanskar, Romil Singh Donk (IAS) today chaired a meeting of all Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to discuss arrangements and other matters related to the Lok Sabha election.
During the session, the Tehsildar/AERO Zanskar, Mohd Hassan introduced all BLOs to the SDM and commended the work achieved by them so far.
During the meeting, the SDM distributed the latest Electoral rolls and ID cards to BLOs. The SDM urged all officers and officials to ensure smooth conclusion of th...
DC/DEO unveils Kargil Samzod’s election special edition magazine under theme LS elections
Kargil, May 07: Deputy Commissioner/District Election Officer, Kargil, Shrikant Suse (IAS) today unveiled the special edition of Kargil Samzod, bi-monthly magazine published by Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) Kargil, heightening initiatives taken for Lok Sabha Elections at DC Office Chamber.
Joint Director, Information, Ladakh, Imteeaz Kacho; Assistant Director DIPR Kargil, Murtaza Ali, Ex En R&B Division Sadiq Ali; Senior Assistant, DIPR Kargil, Mohd Yusuf; besides ...
General Observer, DC/DEO attend training program for Micro Observers of Kargil
Kargil, May 06: General Observer 1-Ladakh Constituency, Harikesh Meena (IAS) along with Deputy Commissioner Kargil/District Election Officer, Shrikant Suse (IAS) today attended a training program for Micro Observers of Kargil for Lok Sabha General Elections and also visited various model and critical Polling Stations around Kargil town and its peripheries to assess the preparations for the election.
The General Observer while addressing the Micro Observers advised them to get thoroughly ...
Three remains in fray from Ladakh Lok Sabha Constituency
VoL Desk, May 06: On the last day for withdrawal of nomination, a total of two independent candidates have withdrawn their nomination papers including in favor of independent candidate Haji Hanifa Jan. The candidates that have withdrawn their nominations include Kacho Mohd Feroz and Sajjad Hussain Kargili. Now a total of three candidates remain in fray to contest Lok Sabha election 2024 for Ladakh Parliamentary seat.
Executive Councillor Zakir Hussain while addressing to media in Leh said...
Breaking: NC Kargil workers files mass resignation; refuse to support Congress candidate
VoL Desk, May 06: The District Unit of Jammu Kashmir National Conference has filed resignation against the pressure of the party high command to support the Congress candidate from Ladakh Tsering Namgyal, announced the Additional Secretary, J&K National Conference, Kargil Qamar Ali Akhoon in a letter to President, J&K NC, Dr. Farooq Abdullah.
In the interest of the Ladakh region as a whole and in order to secure the future of our region, the Ladakh Democratic Alliance has unitedly decided...
Empowering Voters: Election Commission Ensures Transparency with Online Candidate Affidavits
Leh, May 06: In our continuous step towards promoting fair and transparent elections, the affidavits of candidates contesting the Lok Sabha elections from the 1-Ladakh Parliamentary Constituency are made available online. The affidavits are accessible on the CEO website (ceo.ladakh.gov.in) and the affidavit portal of Election Commission of India (affidavit.eci.gov.in) as well as through KYC apps, providing the general public with easy access to crucial information.
These affidavits contai...